Jurgen Klopp hit back at those who suggest Trent Alexander-Arnold can’t defend by explaining Liverpool’s tactics in depth. Klopp had previously questioned Gareth Southgate’s decision to drop the Liverpool right-back from the England squad during the recent international break by saying: “My honest opinion would create headlines.” However, later in his press conference ahead of Liverpool’s match against Brighton, Klopp went into detail about Alexander-Arnold’s role at the club.
In an embargoed section, which was later released on Friday night, Klopp explained Liverpool’s high press and how Trent fits into it.
He goes into detail about what he expects from his full-back and why, often, he’s seemingly ‘out of position’. However, he’s not out of position because that’s exactly where Klopp has asked him to be.
The German boss breaks it down brilliantly to give a football education to those who believe Alexander-Arnold can’t defend. It prompted a huge response on social media with many praising Klopp and the way he explains Liverpool’s tactics.