Freddie Ljungberg and Jamie Carragher questioned Liverpool's attitude in defeat at home to Leeds United on Saturday.
Arsenal hero Ljungberg hit out at the players' approach on the day.
"It seems as if they are arrogant in their defensive game," he said on Viaplay.
Meanwhile, former Reds defender Carraghr also said: "This is not just a slip from Liverpool - this is a serious problem.
"What is wrong with this team? They are a shadow of themselves."