It underlines that Liverpool’s defenders tend to be different, which in turn may make Klopp more reluctant to sign someone accustomed to a different style of play. Perhaps their most advanced role suits those, like Fabinho and Matip, with a grounding in midfield. Yet if Van Dijk seemed irreplaceable, there is a case for calling Fabinho one of the best centre-backs in the league now. Whether or not he would actually call himself a centre-back.
Odds correct at 1500 GMT (05/01/21)
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