Liverpool's 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest showcased glimpses of potential under manager Andoni Iraola, especially with Florian Wirtz assisting new signing Victor Munoz for a crucial equalizer. However, the team’s performance raises concerns, as two points from two matches fall short of expectations.

Defensively, Liverpool struggled to protect their wings, allowing Nottingham Forest to create numerous scoring opportunities. Despite the impending Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid, the Reds seem ill-prepared. New signing Jeremy Jacquet has yet to solidify the defense, which allowed two goals in each of the opening matches.

In attack, Liverpool generated enough chances but faced consistent threats from Forest. A controversial penalty involving Alisson further complicated their efforts. Fullbacks Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez have struggled to adapt, with Kerkez in particular failing to deliver accurate passes, leading to more chances for the opposition.

Dominik Szoboszlai emerged as a standout player, even filling in at right-back, but this unorthodox setup raises questions about squad balance. The potential inclusion of Ronald Araujo in a back three could offer a solution, but depth remains a concern.

With the transfer window still open, Liverpool faces a pressing need for defenders, especially if they wish to balance their attack with new additions like Bradley Barcola. The age of key players like Alisson and Virgil van Dijk adds urgency to their defensive woes. As expectations rise with a challenging UCL draw, Iraola's management skills will be tested. If the squad remains unaddressed by deadline day, these issues may persist, complicating Liverpool's ambitions this season.