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He's the one, Jurgen Klopp favourite will solve Liverpool's midfield

A Jurgen Klopp favourite is the man to solve Liverpool's midfield. Let's be honest, if you asked a Reds fan right now about where they would like further reinforcements in the current squad, they woul...

He's the one, Jurgen Klopp favourite will solve Liverpool's midfield

Jurgen Klopp is seeking a midfielder to bolster Liverpool's out-of-whack midfield, and he believes Germany national team player Vitaly Janelt is the perfect fit for the job. Iraola's team requires a midfield that can press effectively and control the park, but currently, no player can do this effectively in tandem with their current squad members. The key to solving this problem is finding a midfielder who can complement what Liverpool already has.

Currently, Iraola's midfield lacks balance, primarily because they have too many players with similar profiles. Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch are suited to different roles in Iraola's system, but neither fits the bill completely. Alexis Mac Allister is more suited to the role of Gravenberch, but he is not perfect either. The ideal player is probably Trey Nyoni, but his readiness is questionable.

Janelt, who has been picked for his Germany senior squad for the first time, has the qualities that Klopp is looking for. He has covered the third most distances in the Premier League and ranks fifth for interceptions. Janelt's high-intensity style of play aligns with Iraola's philosophy, making him a great fit for Liverpool's midfield. Furthermore, Janelt is 28-years-old, so he doesn't pose a threat to Nyoni's breakthrough. He is the perfect option for the Reds to solve their midfield issues.

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