“It’s a completely different position to the one he played last season” – Jurgen Klopp says Liverpool superstar could now be used in new role
Jurgen Klopp has hinted that Trent Alexander-Arnold could be used as a No. 6 at Liverpool next season.
Last term, the England international was used as an inverted full-back who vacated the right-back position to play in central midfield. The role was that of a midfielder tasked with creative responsibilities playing on the right-hand side of the No. 6.
The No. 6 was, more often than not, Fabinho, but the Brazil international is close to sealing a £40 million move to Al-Ittihad. It's believed that he has completed his medicals and will sign a three-year deal with the defending Saudi Pro League champions.
Liverpool could, hence, be in urgent need of a defensive midfielder with the new season only a fortnight away. Klopp has hinted that Alexander-Arnold, who's known for his impeccable passing range, crossing ability and vision, could play in that position.
The German tactician said ahead of his team's pre-season friendly against Leicester City on Sunday (July 30), via the Mirror:
The 24-year-old played at the base of Liverpool's midfield in both their pre-season games so far — the 4-2 win against Karlsruher and the 4-4 draw against SpVgg Greuther Furth.
Jordan Henderson wore the captain's armband with distinction since Steven Gerrard's Liverpool exit in 2015.
However, the England international has left Anfield for Al-Ettifaq to join the Gerrard-led outfit. His sudden and surprise exit has left the Reds without a designated captain heading into the new season.
Jurgen Klopp was asked if he had decided who Liverpool's new captain would be. The German replied (via BBC):
Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold are believed to be two of the main contenders for the role. James Milner, who was the vice-captain last term, has
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