Liverpool’s recent Premier League struggles have sparked debate. The club has suffered four consecutive defeats. Meanwhile, Trent Alexander-Arnold move to Real Madrid is being questioned. The situation has become a talking point among football pundits.
Gary Lineker discusses Liverpool’s defensive issues
Liverpool have lost yet another game in the Premier League. Their tally of consecutive defeats has reached four. Gary Lineker believes a former player’s departure to Real Madrid now looks ‘ironic.’ The pundit suggests the team’s defensive woes highlight the player’s absence.
The former Liverpool right-back made 354 appearances for the club. He then departed for Real Madrid. However, the homegrown player has struggled with fitness in Spain. His minutes have declined in the capital city.
On the other hand, Liverpool’s leaky defence has caused them to drop in the Premier League table. They are now seven points off the top. As a result, Gary Lineker described Trent Alexander-Arnold absence as ‘ironic.’ This comes after years of doubts over his defending.
Speaking on The Rest is Football, Lineker said: “It’s quite ironic, isn’t it? Liverpool look worse defensively than without Trent Alexander-Arnold, because of the fact that he moved into midfield and filled the areas.”
Trent Alexander-Arnold move to Real Madrid under scrutiny
Liverpool are conceding goals under the current manager. This has led Gary Lineker to claim the team is now leakier than ever, despite the player’s departure. Lineker said it is interesting that Liverpool looks worse defensively without him.
Trent is known as a creative defender. He has 64 assists in 259 Premier League games. However, his defending was often questioned during his Liverpool career. Now, his move to Real Madrid is under scrutiny.
The England international may be regretting his move. Trent Alexander-Arnold didn’t feature for Real Madrid vs Barcelona in El Clasico. There were also warnings from a coach that he may not get into his team. A midfielder started at right-back instead.
Trent Alexander-Arnold struggles at Real Madrid
The Liverpool academy product was an unused substitute on the bench. Although he has been dealing with an injury recently, this is alarming. The coaching staff may not trust his defensive side. This is not ideal considering his contract at Real Madrid.
Liverpool’s struggles at right-back make the situation worse. While Frimpong has suffered from injury, Conor Bradley hasn’t massively impressed. Although Szoboszlai has performed well at right-back, his presence in midfield is missed.
Trent Alexander-Arnold would undoubtedly have a starring role at Liverpool right now. This is due to their struggles. That could be tough to take for the player.
