Liverpool’s last hope of silverware this season was extinguished after their Champions League elimination on Wednesday night, while their spot in Europe’s premier club competition next season is by no means assured.
A goalless draw against Real Madrid ensured a 3-1 defeat in the Spanish capital last week proved decisive in their quarter-final showdown, and the Reds must now turn their attention back to a Premier League top-four finish.
Here, the PA news agency assesses what has happened to Jurgen Klopp’s side just a matter of months after they swept to their first domestic league title in 30 years.
Where has it all gone wrong?
Why has this happened?
What can be done about it?
Where do they go from here?
Is there any reason for optimism?
