Liverpool legend slams ‘overrated’ star and labels another player a ‘disappointment’ after CL loss

Didi Hamann thinks Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara is “one of the most overrated players in European football” while Naby Keita is a “disappointment”.

The Reds lost 1-0 to Real Madrid in the Champions League final on Saturday as Jurgen Klopp’s men had to settle for a double of major honours this season.

Thiago has scored two goals in 39 matches for Liverpool this campaign and has played a key part in their success.

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However, Hamann claims he doesn’t “understand the hype” around the Spain international while he thinks fellow Liverpool midfielder Keita has been a “disappointment”.

“In my opinion, the Reds need to modernize the team a bit, especially in midfield,” Hamann told Sky Sport Germany.

“I don’t understand the hype about Thiago. For me he is one of the most overrated players in European football.

“When things are going well and you have a lot of possession he’s a good player, but when push comes to shove you don’t see him.

“If you need someone who sets accents, then he doesn’t do it.

“Keita is also a disappointment, [Jordan] Henderson is a worker. They need a player who can make the difference and give the team that extra something.”

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Despite their disappointing finale to the season, Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson is backing the players to “use it to go forward and be stronger and better next season”.

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