Liverpool urged to re-sign Trent Alexander-Arnold to solve defensive crisis
Former defender Glen Johnson believes Liverpool should look to re-sign Trent Alexander-Arnold from Real Madrid to solve their ongoing issues at right-back.
The England international ended a 19-year association with the Reds last summer to join the Spanish giants.
However, the 26-year-old has endured a difficult debut campaign at the Bernabeu and has struggled to cement a regular starting berth.
Anfield injury problems
Liverpool have found replacing their former vice-captain problematic throughout the current season.
Summer signing Jeremie Frimpong has battled persistent fitness issues since his arrival on Merseyside.
The situation worsened after Conor Bradley was ruled out for the remainder of the campaign following knee surgery.
Manager Arne Slot has been forced to improvise with his team selection during recent months.
Midfielders Wataru Endo, Curtis Jones and Dominik Szoboszlai have all been deployed on the right side of defence.
‘You would love to see him back’
Amidst speculation linking the academy graduate with a shock return, Johnson has endorsed the potential move.
“Who would be my choice to be Liverpool’s starting right-back next season? You’d love to see Trent back, of course you would.”
Glen Johnson, speaking to Boyle Sport
Despite the calls for Alexander-Arnold’s return, Johnson remains confident in Bradley’s long-term potential.
The Northern Ireland international had impressed prior to his significant injury setback.
“In terms of the future of Liverpool, I think as long as he comes back fit, Conor Bradley for me… Bradley looks more athletic, stronger, with more desire to defend.”
Frimpong returns to action
While speculation continues regarding a transfer, Slot must navigate the current fixture list with limited options.
A now-fit Frimpong returned to the starting line-up for the recent 2-1 defeat against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
The Dutchman replaced Joe Gomez as the Reds suffered a disappointing setback against the league’s bottom side.
Frimpong could retain his place for the upcoming FA Cup fifth-round tie at Molineux on Friday.
