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‘Marcelo over Robertson in world XI wasn’t fair’ – Liverpool left-back is world’s best, says Enrique

The former Reds defender considers his successor at left-back to have been the finest performer in his chosen position

Andy Robertson “was the best left-back in the world” last season, says Jose Enrique, who feels that the Liverpool defender was robbed by Marcelo in the FIFPro World XI.

The Red Madrid stalwart got the nod in a side compiled by the votes of leading players across the planet.

There is no doubting the Brazilian’s ability, with the 31-year-old having been at the top of his game for several years.

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Eyebrows were, however, raised when Marcelo edged out Robertson for 2018-19, with the Scotland international having savoured Champions League success with Liverpool.