Former Liverpool FC striker Emile Heskey has labeled Reds full-back Trent Alexander Arnold to be a “natural midfielder”. Heskey believes that Arnold’s playing style is more apt for a central midfielder rather than a right-back. Since making his debut for Liverpool FC in 2016, Arnold has operated as a right-back for both club and country.
However, recent statements by Emile Heskey prove that a lot of people expect the Reds’ highly-rated full-back to change his position at a later stage in his career. Arnold’s style of play is characterized by a brilliant technique of long-range passing. The English international is able to switch the play with his long-ball towards fellow Liverpool FC full-back Andy Robertson.
Moreover, Arnold has charted fairly high on the assist’s standings in both the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League. The 21-year old’s ability to cross the ball has been hailed by many football pundits worldwide.
Arnold has been involved in assisting his Reds’ teammates 24 times over the course of the past two Premier League seasons. Furthermore, the player’s fantastic set-piece ability has been a major boost for Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool FC side.
Heskey stated that Arnold’s passing range has developed due to the player’s prior experience of playing as a midfielder in the Reds’ youth team. The former England striker added that if given the chance to play in central midfield for Liverpool FC, Arnold will surely thrive.
Recent seasons have seen some criticism directed towards Arnold for his seemingly less defensive work on the right flank. Analysts have pointed out that the 21-year old full-back has taken a more attacking approach to his game. Arnold has also been exposed many times when dealing with wingers who are faster than him on the pitch.
Before Heskey had voiced his opinion regarding Arnold’s position of play, Reds icon Graeme Souness had also something similar. The legendary Scott had said that given Arnold’s ability on the ball, the player could be a fantastic midfielder. Souness had added that the 21-year old Arnold’s range of crossing was perhaps the best in the Premier League.
