Go back to his debut at Old Trafford for Liverpool, and the talent that Trent Alexander-Arnold was immediately noticeable. He handled what was a very challenging game away from home, and played well outside of the level that was expected. However, it’s quickly become apparent that Trent Alexander-Arnold is one of the best attacking and defensive players in the world.

What makes Trent Alexander-Arnold stand out?

If you watch Trent Alexander-Arnold for more than a few passes, you can see that he was originally a midfielder. He used to play a controlling role in the middle of the park, and his vision – not to mention his diagonal switches – are world-class. So, too, is his ability to hold onto the ball and break off into space to create attacking chances for his teammates.

His passing is smooth, yet varied. He can play a cushioned short pass as easily and as quickly as he can a sharp diagonal. He can also take tremendous free kicks and corners, and his crossing is among the best in the world. It’s safe to say that from an attacking standpoint, few clubs in the world can be as confidently reliant on their full-back. Liverpool can, though, with the outstanding output that Trent Alexander-Arnold provides.

What does Trent Alexander-Arnold need to work on?

While many claim that Trent is a poor defender, the numbers say otherwise. He wins his fair share of tackles, and is a brilliant interceptor of the ball. His attacking instincts mean he’s caught up the pitch from time to time, but that’s a consequence of how his club play rather than anything to do with the player himself.

If Trent could improve even slightly on his defensive positioning, he’d be among the best players in the world. Right now, his only main issue is he isn’t scoring enough goals. Once he adds another 3-5 goals per season, he could realistically be the best full-back in world football.