Jurgen Klopp has slammed critics of Thiago, claiming suggestions Liverpool play better without the midfielder are "b*******".
Despite being one of the key players in helping Bayern to a prestigious treble last season, Thiago is yet to produce his best form in a Liverpool shirt since his summer switch.
Several former Liverpool players have stated Thiago's tendency to slow the game down when in possession has been the pivotal factor.
The likes of Dietmar Hamann and John Barnes have even gone as far to say Liverpool are worse off as a whole because of Thiago's involvement as they are not as quick or decisive on the counter attack.
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