It has proven one of the most thankless tasks in the Liverpool squad of recent years. But a combination of events means a rare opportunity has opened up to become understudy to one of the most influential players of the Jurgen Klopp era.
Who now serves as the best alternative to Trent Alexander-Arnold is a question with which the Reds boss will be pondering given the departure of James Milner and the change in tactics during the closing months of the season.
Alexander-Arnold's hold on the right-back slot has been almost vice-like since his first full season as the first choice in the position in 2018/19.
