Trent Alexander-Arnold’s new inverted full back/midfield role makes him a formidable game controller. It may be one small step into midfield for Alexander-Arnold but it is a giant leap for Liverpool’s creativity and it is boosting their outside chance of finishing in the top four.
Jurgen Klopp hailed Alexander-Arnold as ‘absolutely insane’ after Wednesday’s 2-1 win over West Ham. And he’s right. Of all the Premier League’s players, he’s had the third-most touches of the ball and is second for passes in the opposition half.
Narrow it down to defenders and he is first for crossing and creating chances from open play.