In a thrilling Merseyside derby this weekend, Liverpool managed to secure a 2-1 victory against Everton, further solidifying their standing at the top of the Premier League table.

Liverpool entered the match riding high after winning all their matches this season, including a Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid. Meanwhile, Everton had shown promise early in their campaign, sitting sixth with seven points after four matches.

The match kicked off with fierce intensity, and just ten minutes in, Mohamed Salah set up Ryan Gravenberch, who showcased his skills to put Liverpool ahead. Shortly before halftime, Hugo Ekitike added to the tally, slipping the ball through Jordan Pickford's legs to double the home side's lead.

Everton's Idrissa Gueye fought back with a goal just before the hour mark, but it ultimately served as a mere consolation as Liverpool held on for the win.

Gakpo's Performance Leaves Fans Frustrated

Despite the victory, one standout player struggled: Cody Gakpo. The Dutch winger had a dismal outing, managing just one off-target shot, losing possession 11 times, and failing to make an impact.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot lost patience with Gakpo, substituting him for Florian Wirtz in the 60th minute. With new signings like Wirtz and Alexander Isak poised for more starting opportunities, Gakpo's poor performance raises questions about his future in the lineup.

Fans Call for Change — Gakpo's Future in Jeopardy

Frustrated Liverpool fans took to social media during the match to express their disappointment with Gakpo's contributions. Comments flooded in, labeling his performance as "woeful" and calling for Slot to address the issue.

One fan commented, "Slot needs to deal with the elephant in the room at some point (Gakpo)." Another echoed, "Gakpo is upsetting to watch this season, what happened?" Another noted, "Gakpo already ruined about 3 attacks," highlighting his predictability and lack of creativity on the field.

As Liverpool aims for greatness this season, fans are adamant that Gakpo must improve significantly, or risk being benched for the emerging talents waiting in the wings.