It's been a feature so far - an attacker starts by the half way line and plays direct passes to those ahead of him, receiving it back at speed and passing again. (telegraph.co.uk)
What was noticeable was that the team were still looking to play Benteke in with direct passes from the centre of the pitch. (anfieldindex.com)
There is no need to constantly play the ball short tiki - taka style as there are runners all over the pitch allowing for more direct passing opportunities if needed. (squawka.com)