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Report Claims Jurgen Klopp Has Surprising Long-Term Positional Plan for Trent Alexander-Arnold

Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold could be set for a surprising positional change in the future, with the Reds reportedly viewing the youngster as a potential midfielder.

Inside the club, it is believed Alexander-Arnold will be moved from right back into midfield eventually, according to Simon Hughes from the Independent. It's a surprising claim, considering the depth Liverpool already have in midfield.

"When every player expected to be available for Liverpool this season is fit and free of suspension, Jurgen Klopp has three midfields to choose from," Hughes writes.

"There is the one that started on Sunday that included Naby Keita, James Milner and Georginio Wijnaldum.