"He's so young and already so experienced."
Jurgen Klopp was full of praise for Alexander-Arnold when he was asked about his right-back in Friday's press conference - and in the three years since his debut the local lad has had plenty of outstanding moments.
From two Champions League finals to a Premier League title tilt and numerous individual honours, Alexander-Arnold has become a key figure for the Reds…
"A great role model"
"It's a wonderful story for different reasons," said Klopp. "I know in Liverpool everyone is desperate for having a scouse hero and making his way through to the first team.
"I wish for him he can stay healthy, stay fit and then the future is bright for him and for us.
"It's a fantastic story. He's a great role model - and the way he deals with that role is exceptional. It's a pleasure to work with him. That's the best thing I can say about a player."
The stats
The numbers highlight just how impactful Alexander-Arnold has been for Liverpool. While he was a fixture in the meanest defence last season, it is when Liverpool are on the front foot that Alexander-Arnold really excels.
The only other full-back to come close to his tally of 12 assists last season was his team-mate Andrew Robertson, while this season Alexander-Arnold is streets ahead when it comes to chances created among players in his position.
He's set up 37 chances for Liverpool in 2019/20 - that's more than any player in any position.
Alexander-Arnold strikes the ball better than most and with his combination of corner-kicks and open-play crosses, he's launched the ball into the opposition penalty area 110 times. The next best in the Premier League is Everton's Lucas Digne with 84.
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