Joe Cole has claimed Fabinho is going through a 'tricky period' at Liverpool while detailing why the midfielder is struggling for game-time with Brazil.
The 29-year-old was picked to start in Brazil's final group stage game against Cameroon yesterday evening, representing his first minutes in the tournament. But as one of nine changes for an essentially meaningless tie - Brazil were all but guaranteed top spot before kick-off after beating both Serbia and Switzerland - his inclusion in the team was more proof of his diminishing stature within the squad.
Tite has generally preferred Manchester United midfielder Casemiro, who remains a consistent performer for both club and country despite turning 30 in February. And former Chelsea and England midfielder Cole believes his main midfield rival Fabinho is going through a tricky patch at Liverpool.
