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Klopp: James Milner is like a fine wine

The midfielder put his side ahead at Emirates Stadium on Saturday but the Reds had to settle for a point from the Premier League clash with Arsenal as Alexandre Lacazette fired a late equaliser.

Klopp’s men gained greater control of the contest after the interval thanks to a tactical adjustment and, the manager has revealed, some strong words from Milner.

“I like the idea that we write a story about James Milner after the game,” said the German following the 1-1 draw. “Millie is like wine – a very good red one.”

Explaining how and why Liverpool’s half-time changes occurred, Klopp continued: “When you have a compact formation you give the opposition the opportunity to pass into a certain place and then you press.