Mac Allister Admits Liverpool “Didn’t Want to Be Here” After European Exit Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has made a candid admission following the club’s early Champions League exit, acknowledging the squad is frustrated with their current position. The Reds, once hopeful of securing a treble, are now left chasing just one trophy after a painful week in which they were knocked out of the Champions League by PSG in the round of 16 and fell to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final. Despite a dominant group-stage run in Europe, their hopes of silverware were dramatically reduced within days. With no European fixtures this week, Liverpool have had time to reflect as they prepare for Sunday’s Premier League clash with West Ham at Anfield. Speaking to the club’s official website, Mac Allister expressed the team’s disappointment. > “It does feel weird, to be honest. We didn’t want to be in this position, to be completely honest, because that means you’re not playing Champions League or another cup,” he said. > “But it is what it is. This week will help us to work on the things we’ve done wrong, especially in the last game, and prepare for the next one.” Despite the recent setbacks, Arne Slot’s side remains firmly in the Premier League title race. Sunday’s defeat was only Liverpool’s second league loss of the season, and they still hold an 11-point lead at the top, though their closest challengers have games in hand. Arsenal and Aston Villa continue to juggle domestic fixtures with European duties, while Liverpool have had a rare opportunity to regroup. They’ll be aiming to secure a third win this season over West Ham and stay on course for Premier League glory. Captain Virgil van Dijk also rejected claims that Liverpool’s season has lost its shine following their cup exits. Speaking after Michael Owen suggested the Reds’ campaign may now feel underwhelming, the Dutchman hit back. “At the start of the season, no one expected us to fight on all four fronts. We’re still in the race for the biggest one—and that’s the reality. It’s still very possible that this season could be very, very special.” Slot has overseen a smooth transition following Jurgen Klopp’s departure, maintaining Liverpool’s consistency as their rivals falter. With everything still to play for in the league, the Reds are determined to finish the season on a high.