Former Liverpool fullback Fabio Aurelio was impressed by Trent Alexander-Arnold's performance in their 2-2 draw with Arsenal on Sunday.
Alexander-Arnold shone in a fullback-midfield hybrid role employed by manager Jurgen Klopp.
Aurelio wrote for liverpoolfc.com: "I found it fascinating to see the positions Trent Alexander-Arnold took up in Sunday's draw with Arsenal.
"Jürgen Klopp said Alexander-Arnold was part of a 'double No.6' in build-up play, like an inverted full-back when in possession. He certainly helped change the direction of the game as a result.
"I know what it's like to make that switch in position. Obviously I was a full-back by nature but I played as a winger sometimes, and I did find myself as a No.6 on the odd occasion at Valencia under Rafael Benitez and at Sao Paulo.
"I have to say, I enjoyed my time as a defensive midfielder as it helped me grow as a player. You had to manage different situations on the pitch that you're just not used to.
"You have to learn a lot of new things as well because you have more pressure from opponents from everywhere on the pitch. You can struggle receiving the ball on your back, for example, because it's something totally different, so that's not easy.
"Though when you've got the ball, you have more passing opportunities and chances to hurt the opponent. So Trent's able to demonstrate his incredible range of passing even more in that role."
