Jurgen Klopp has hailed Cody Gakpo as the "perfect player" for the no.9 role
The Dutchman didn't find his name on the scoresheet but grabbed two assists
Jürgen Klopp:
The real reason for the improvement is the general defending. There are moments where we defend well and Trent can pop up in a different space. But it's helped Fabinho as well. You can see how he's flourishing now. Cody Gakpo is a perfect player for the central space. Everybody buys into it. It's a like a breath of fresh air."
Klopp highlighted Trent Alexander-Arnold's role in Liverpool's up-turn in form and how it has helped the team flourish generally.
Klopp continued
"We've always known he has the potential to do it,"
"But, to play a role, it's not about a player. It's about having the whole system in place. You have to set it up. We have to train."
"It's not just been [discussions between] me and [Klopp], it's a team system. It's getting the best out of players and finding a system that works best for us that is a little different from what we are used to doing.
"I do definitely [enjoy it]. I wouldn't say it's further up. It's not like I'm getting in the box and scoring goals. It's more in the centre of the pitch and I enjoy getting on the ball and passing and being creative in those areas."
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