Three right-backs Liverpool should target in the summer
Reports in recent weeks have suggested that Liverpool could be in the market to sign a right-back in the upcoming summer transfer window to help tighten up their defence.
These claims have arguably been backed up by the change of system by Jurgen Klopp, which has seen Trent Alexander-Arnold excel in a midfield role rather than at full-back.
This article will look at three possible right-back options that Klopp could look to sign in the summer transfer window.
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Liverpool 4 Tottenham 3 - Player Ratings
Alisson Becker - 6.0
Our player of the season, he was always going to be vital to a positive result. Could do nothing for the opening goal, whilst making a key stop shortly thereafter. Was given little chance for the Son goal or the equalizer, but was able to make crucial moments count.
Trent Alexander Arnold - 7.0
The recent productive run sees him irreplaceable right now. The assist for Curtis’ opening goal was perfection and he is now drifting …
Trent Alexander-Arnold launches 'The After Academy'
Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold is one of the fortunate few. He has achieved the pinnacle of professional football, winning numerous titles including the Premier League and Champions League, and representing his country at international level. He has dedicated almost his entire life, since joining Liverpool's academy aged just six, to making it to the top of the game, with all the accolades and financial rewards that come with it.
However, for every Trent Alexander-Arnold, there are countless others whose dreams of …
West Ham 1 Liverpool 2 – Man of the Match
Trent Alexander Arnold
The young playmaker looks reinvigorated in this dual role of his, whilst continuing to work hard throughout a busy first half. The England international was keen to drop in and solidify the backline as required, whilst springing into the middle ground to orchestrate the Merseysiders' possession-based patterns of play.
The Reds' first goal (scored by Cody Gakpo) was a peach of a strike; however, it was the incisive pass through the lines by Trent which allowed that …
West Ham 1 Liverpool 2 - Player Ratings
Alisson Becker - 7.0
The only man we want to see in our goal, the giant Brazilian is irreplaceable. Was perhaps unsighted for the opening goal, yet it was a shot he would usually deal with. His handling was solid through a frantic first half. The second half was about being alert and strong against a dangerous opponent, which Ali achieved well.
Trent Alexander Arnold - 8.0
The experimental positioning continues, as the England international started once more. Made the …
Dave Hendrick: If Klopp wants to stick with this shape, he might need a new left back
Over the last couple of games, we have seen quite a significant change in the shape Liverpool are taking up when in possession and it has led to some unusually high possession numbers for the Reds. They had 74% of the ball against Leeds, and 82% against Nottingham Forest, as they racked up back-to-back wins over teams at the foot of the table. Beating the dross had been an issue for Liverpool this season, so it's definitely a step in …
Trent’s Changing Role: The Major Questions
Liverpool’s recent upturn in form has coincided with the adjustments to the role of Trent Alexander-Arnold and it’s natural this has been the main talking point in the last few games. It’s been a difficult season for the scouser in the team, but he seems almost reborn when joining as part of a double six in a 3-2-5 when we have possession. Arsenal (in the second half), Leeds and now Forest have felt the sting of an increased xA to …
Liverpool’s 5 Current Most Valuable Players
Liverpool hasn’t had the easiest time in the last few years. The talented base that Jürgen Klopp built has begun to show their age and the team has been augmented with very young players. The team now has an uneven balance between the experienced and the rookies.
That doesn’t mean that Liverpool has lost any of the talent and fire that made them such fierce competitors for the last decade. It just means that they are having to find their …
Tony Evans: Trent Alexander-Arnold Will Always Be A Full-Back, Embrace It
Let’s put the six goals at Elland Road into context. Roy Hodgson’s Crystal Palace scored five there.
OK, we’re starting with a cold shower. But Monday night was a step in the right direction.
Quite a few of the team seemed to have their appetite for the game back. Diogo Jota’s two goals were a relief to everyone. And Trent Alexander-Arnold’s performance boded well.
Again, it was only Leeds. But getting TAA on the ball and involved is high on …
Liverpool v Nottingham Forest - PL Preview
This Saturday afternoon sees former two-time European Cup winners, Nottingham Forest, travel to Anfield for a vital matchup between two sides desperately seeking maximum points. The reverse fixture ended with the recently promoted team winning 1-0, which turned out to be just one of many upsets for Jürgen Klopp this season. Revenge is on the agenda for the home team, whilst survival is all the visitors are hoping to achieve.
Nottingham Forest are in serious danger of being relegated, despite …