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Arne Slot’s men had already endured their first setback of the campaign on Saturday afternoon after a poor showing at Selhurst Park against Crystal Palace.

Consequently, their advantage at the summit of the Premier League table was reduced to just two points following Arsenal’s dramatic win over Newcastle United.

Back in Istanbul on Tuesday night, amid a fierce atmosphere, Liverpool aimed to start strong but were quickly punished by the home side.

After just 16 minutes, Victor Osimhen converted a spot-kick to put Galatasaray ahead, following a challenge by Dominik Szoboszlai.

Liverpool’s display remained lackluster after the break, and they narrowly avoided falling further behind when Osimhen broke through, only to be denied by Alisson Becker.

Shortly after, Alisson was substituted due to injury, with Giorgi Mamardashvili taking his place.

In search of an equaliser, Slot introduced Salah and Alexander Isak from the bench.

Ultimately, Galatasaray held firm to claim a crucial 1-0 win, as Liverpool turned in another disappointing performance.

Online, fans were particularly critical of Ibrahima Konate.

One fan said: “I’m absolutely done with Konate.”

Another tweeted: “Leoni would be starting every game if he hadn’t got injured. Konate is Lovren level bad currently.”

A third fan added: “Konaté is finished.”

Someone else wrote: “If Konate won’t sign a contract, or commit to Liverpool, he should be on the bench while he decides where his allegiance lies.”

A fifth commented: “Konate has been shocking this season.”

Another fan said: “Think Gomez needs a run of games on this team ahead of Konate.”

At present, Konate is expected to depart Liverpool on a free transfer when his deal expires at the end of the season.

Meanwhile, the defender has been strongly linked with a switch to Spanish La Liga giants Real Madrid.

Liverpool return to Premier League duty this weekend with a clash against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon.