Liverpool predicted XI vs Arsenal: Premier League opener

LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 06: Jurgen Klopp, Manager of Liverpool gives a drink to Roberto Firmino of Liverpool during the International Champions Cup match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Wembley Stadium on August 6, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 06: Jurgen Klopp, Manager of Liverpool gives a drink to Roberto Firmino of Liverpool during the International Champions Cup match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Wembley Stadium on August 6, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 06: Emre Can of Liverpool during the International Champions Cup 2016 match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Wembley Stadium on August 6, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill – AMA/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 06: Emre Can of Liverpool during the International Champions Cup 2016 match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Wembley Stadium on August 6, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill – AMA/Getty Images)

DM Emre Can

In Liverpool’s preseason form of belligerent attacking play, Can’s influence becomes even more brazen.

Can’s ability to sit deep and break up attacks while being someone that can transition the ball into the final third is vital for the club.

At times this preseason, Klopp has deployed four attacking midfielders and a striker. If that’s to be a reality this season, Can will need to be able to cover the defensive work for more than just him.

I mean he’s used to having to regularly plug the space that Moreno leaves vacant when he takes his impromptu road trips forward, but it could be even more defined this year.

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