LIVERPOOL star Trent Alexander-Arnold will find it “difficult” to start for England in the World Cup.
That is according to Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand, who claims Alexander-Arnold’s recent performances don’t suit Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate’s style.
The right-back was at fault for Ajax’s equaliser on Tuesday as he failed to track the run from Steven Berghuis – allowing the forward to provide the assist for Mohammed Kudus’ goal.
Joel Matip saved the 23-year-old’s blushes with a late header to help the Reds pick up their first three points in the Champions League this season.
Ferdinand questioned how Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp wants Alexander-Arnold to play.
That is because the legendary centre-back claims the England international has been neglecting his defensive duties.
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Ferdinand told BT Sport: “Is Jurgen Klopp saying to him, ‘You’re in this team to create chances?’ Is he treating him like he’s a No10 in this team from right-back?
“The game in the right-back position has changed so much. The likes of [Joao] Cancelo and Reece James are dictating games and getting more touches than anyone.
“Is he telling him, ‘The guys behind you, they’re responsible for defensive situations, and you go out there and play off the cuff without the noose around your neck to be responsible defensively’?
“I think it will be difficult for Trent to start for England, with the way Gareth has set his team up in recent months.
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“Jurgen Klopp is not looking at his weakest attributes.
“He is saying, ‘What are his best attributes and how can I get him out there producing the best parts of his game and amplify the positives?'”
Southgate is in no way short of options at right-back with the likes of Chelsea’s James, Manchester City’s Kyle Walker and Newcastle Kieran Trippier at his disposal for the winter’s World Cup.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
