Referees picking on Sissoko, says Benitez

LIVERPOOL boss Rafael Benitez believes Premiership referees are picking on Mohamed Sissoko.

The Reds midfielder has already picked up three bookings in four games this season, leaving him just two cautions away from a suspension.

Having amassed 11 yellows and a red at Sunderland during his debut campaign with the Merseyside giants, Sissoko is starting to build-up an unwanted reputation.

“It is easy to show a yellow card to a young player who is not a big name,” said Benitez.

“You watch other games and see big names who do not get yellow cards at all and their tackles are maybe even worse.”

Benitez believes there is clear evidence to back up his claims already this season, although for now he is more concerned about defending Sissoko’s reputation.