Really talented player who made a pretty big impact during his first season. His goals and assists helped us to come so close to winning the league, and his assist against Barca helped us to become Champions of Europe.
Injuries stifled his momentum and in truth, he was a never really a natural fit for Klopp’s 433. He was a good fit for the 4231 and I remember him destroying Arsenal, but Klopp has always preferred the 433 in his time here.
I never doubted his talent. In terms of just pure technical ability, he has to be at least top 5 at the club. He had an eye for a pass, long or short, the ability to execute it, and had a good shot with both feet, as well as being a really good crosser who had plenty of tricks up his sleeve to beat a defender.
Now is the time for him to get some regular games. Elliot is a good natural replacement of sorts, except it looks like Elliot is going to be able to become a CM in the 433. All the best to Shaqiri. One of my fav players ever since I saw him rip United to shreds when he was a teenager at Basel.
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