Brentford boss Thomas Frank has issued his own high praise for Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold.
The Reds defender has been in superb form as of late with Jurgen Klopp opting to deploy the Three Lions international in a new-found midfield role.
The 24-year-old has scored three goals and registered nine assists so far this season as Liverpool continue to chase down a top-four finish in the Premier League.
READ MORE: Ryan Mason fires back at critical comments from Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp
READ MORE: Jurgen Klopp sends Liverpool transfer warning as Alexis Mac Allister interest grows
Set to take on Brentford at Anfield later today, the Reds can close the gap on fourth-placed Manchester United to just one point but Erik ten Hag's side will then have two games in hand to try and re-extend their advantage.
Frank was asked about Trent's recent form in his pre-match press conference yesterday afternoon and spoke candidly on the role Klopp has created for the England international this season.
“He’s a very, very good footballer and I understand why Jurgen constantly talks positively about him and uses him in the best way,” Frank began.
“His passing range and ability is probably among the best in the world. I can’t remember the stats but he must be one of the top assist-makers in the Premier League ever.
“He could be a midfielder in the future. I know he’s being used there now when in possession and the game has developed where there are positions in possession and positions out of possession. But in the midfield he adds something to Liverpool that’s of a high, high value.
“It’s no secret that it’s very important that we close him down. If we can close him down and avoid him making an assist we’re one step closer to getting a result.”
READ MORE:
Liverpool are about to lose transfer that made Lionel Messi and Neymar angry
Liverpool could have signed Alexis Mac Allister for free amid transfer release clause question
Liverpool are about to face the right signing at the wrong time
We simulated Liverpool vs Brentford to get a Premier League score prediction
Jurgen Klopp highlights 'catastrophic' experience as Liverpool issued challenge
