Klopp is pleased with Fabinio and explains the triple exchange Israel today

The Liverpool manager complimented the midfielder as a stopper due to injuries and saved a goal from the line, but is not enthusiastic about 0-1 over Ajax: "Far from perfect" • And also: Why did he take out Salah, Mana and Firmino in the 60th minute?

"Intensive play, they had a hard time"

• Fabino saves from the line, last night

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Jurgen Klopp believes Favinho's confidence and centrality at the heart of Liverpool's defense will continue to grow, following the Brazilian's good defensive display at 0-1 over Ajax in the Champions League last night.

Fabigno played a key role in the victory when he saved Dusan Tadic's shot from the goal line, preventing him from equalizing after Nicolas Tagliafico's own goal in the 35th minute, which turned out to be the game's winning goal.

The midfielder was once again forced to play in the center of defense due to the injuries of Virgil Van Dyke and Joel Matip, and his performance earned him compliments from Klopp.

"Was there pressure because of this situation tonight? The answer is yes," Klopp said of the problems at his team's defensive center.

"It was clear for the two brakes, it's the first time they've played together, I think. Fabinho can play in that position, he even likes to play in it. If I ask him to play right - back I don't think he will enjoy it so much. In our situation we "Adjustments have to be made, but I'm quite happy with the evening, it sure gave him confidence."

The coach added: "It was good but even Fabinho can play better. Joe and Fabinho need to get used to playing together, they need to get used to the media that this position requires and help link. It was a good performance for us but we have a lot to improve, and that's good. We were absolutely good tonight. "

Klopp admitted that Liverpool need a "drop of luck" to keep a clean sheet, given Fabinho's save and Davey Klassen's scoring attempt in the second half.

"I'm not too enthusiastic about not absorbing and maintaining a clean grid, because there were two situations that we were very far from perfect."

In the 60th minute, the coach made a triple substitution when he brought down to the bench Muhammad Salah, Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino.

Klopp insisted he did not do so to allow them a rest before the game against Sheffield United on Saturday or as a result of an injury.

"You could see it was an intense game, and if you win the ball you have a great chance with the moves on offense. It was difficult for my front three, so I was happy I could make the changes and make five substitutions. Sadio has been having leg pain for a few days now. It still hurts. "But it's not a problem and when he's not playing he puts ice on his foot."