Trent Alexander-Arnold finally speaks out amid Liverpool criticism and makes ‘limits’ claim
Trent Alexander-Arnold of Liverpool has revealed, amid ongoing criticism, that playing a certain position is like “playing with the shackles on.”
As the World Cup approaches, the England has been a hot topic among both fans and commentators. As the argument rages over whether Kyle Walker, Reece James, Trent Alexnder-Arnold, or Kieran Trippier should be included among those traveling to Qatar, Gareth Southgate is faced with a defensive dilemma.
Although Walker and Alexander-Arnold both sustained injuries in recent weeks, with the Reds right-back out for up to two weeks with an ankle ailment, Southgate now has to wait anxiously to see how his defensive alternatives will fare.
Trent Alexander Arnold and jurgen Klopp (photo by Getty images)
The 24-year-old was taken off against Arsenal at halftime on Sunday, and JJürgen Klopp later confirmed the news. Alexander-Arnold was examined for much of the first half of the season, but he has subsequently taken steps to improve his right-back position.
“I never like to play the position, I play the game,” he told GQ Magazine. “You play the position, it limits you. It’s like playing with shackles on.