Chris Sutton has leapt to the defence of Trent Alexander-Arnold.
The Liverpool vice-captain has been the subject of criticism following the game with Manchester United.
The Reds were held to a 2-2 draw against their bitter rivals in the Premier League
Liverpool had the chance to move eight points clear of second-placed Arsenal with a victory over the United, but the draw means their advantage stands at six points with a game in hand.
Both of the goals Liverpool conceded at the hands of Man United, which were scored by Lisandro Martinez and Amad Diallo, came from their right-hand side.
This has led to Alexander-Arnold's performance being criticised in the media, with Roy Keane slamming the Reds right-back during his analysis
The criticism of Alexander-Arnold has seen Sutton leap to the Liverpool vice-captain's defence.
Sutton has explained why he was left surprised by the criticism that was directed at the 26-year-old.
Sutton
“Where has this pile-on for Trent [Alexander-Arnold] come from?
"Trent has been brilliant in a Liverpool jersey and all of a sudden, you want him out the door. Blimey."
Alexander-Arnold has been in the headlines in recent weeks as his contract situation continues to generate speculation.
The right-back's current deal is set to expire at the end of the season, meaning he is able to negotiate a pre-contract deal as a free agent with clubs outside England.
Real Madrid have shown an interest in signing Alexander-Arnold, with Liverpool recently rejecting an approach from the La Liga club
It remains to be seen what will happen with Alexander-Arnold's future with the Reds, with talks still underway with the Anfield hierarchy of a potential extension.
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