Trent Alexander-Arnold's reaction to being subbed-off by Arne Slot
While spirits remain high after Liverpool's 2-0 win over Brentford at Anfield, plenty of supporters notice an awkward reaction between Arne Slot and Trent Alexander-Arnold after the Englishmen was taken off in the 72nd minute.
Trent Alexander-Arnold's reaction to getting subbed off in the 72nd minute of Liverpool's 2-0 win vs. Brentford. pic.twitter.com/KXGHdOeg4p
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Post-match, Slot was asked about the interaction and made it clear it was about keeping one of his best players fit for the season.
""I understand every player wants to play 90 minutes. But the players on the bench from the start were also not really happy with my choices. We have to take care of [Trent] because we need him for the whole season.""Arne Slot on subbing off TAA
Slot also mentioned that he was a good backup behind Trent in Conor Bradley, making it more comfortable for the Dutch manager to take Alexander-Arnold off. With Liverpool's next match being at Old Trafford against Manchester United, a rested Trent Alexander-Arnold could end up being an extremely smart move from Arne Slot.
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