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<p><i><strong>What should we do with Trent Alexander-Arnold for FPL Gameweek 8?</strong> With Jürgen Klopp confirming the fullback&#8217;s return in <strong>Gameweek 8 against</strong> <strong>Watford</strong>, 78% of managers are pondering whether we should get him back into our FPL teams. </i></p>
<p><i><a href="https://twitter.com/FPL_JianBatra">Jian Batra</a> provides an outlook into both sides of the argument.</i></p>
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<h2>How Many Premium Defenders?</h2>
<p>This section will be based on the assumption you want<strong> Trent Alexander-Arnold</strong> <strong>(£7.5m)</strong>. I will construct the optimal defence, at least on paper, to surround the <strong>Liverpool</strong> fullback.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s very dependant on how strong your belief is when it comes to the &#8220;big at the back&#8221; philosophy.</p>
<p>However, I&#8217;d recommend keeping <strong>Tino Livramento (£4.2m)</strong>. Given his price, potentially playing out of position as a winger, and <strong>Southampton&#8217;s</strong> fantastic <a href="https://cms.fantasyfootballhub.co.uk/fixture-ticker/"><strong>fixture</strong></a> run, he&#8217;s a brilliant facilitator.</p>
<p>From there I&#8217;d go for three or four premiums.</p>
<p>With the three premium strategy, I&#8217;d go with<strong> Trent Alexander-Arnold, Joao Cancelo (£6.2m) </strong>and <strong>Antonio Rudiger (£5.7m).</strong></p>
<p>The final defender would be either <strong>Ben White (£4.4m) or Pontus Jansonn (£4.6m).</strong></p>
<p>On the other hand, with the four premium strategy I&#8217;d go for<strong> Trent Alexander-Arnold, Joao Cancelo,</strong><strong> Antonio Rudiger, </strong>and <strong>Cesar Azpilicueta (£6.0m).</strong></p>
<p>The reason I&#8217;ve chosen double <strong>Chelsea</strong> defence over <strong>Manchester</strong> <strong>City</strong> is due to the longevity of the good fixture runs.</p>
<p>In a direct comparison between <strong>Azpilicueta</strong> and <strong>Ruben Dias (£6.1m), </strong>Azpilicueta has a higher ceiling. Simply reference the two assists against <strong>Southampton</strong> and his previous performances in a right wing back role.</p>
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<h2>Trent Alexander-Arnold without Harvey Elliot</h2>
<h2><strong>Tactical Analysis:</strong></h2>
<p>With the new system <strong>Klopp</strong> has implemented, <strong>Harvey Elliot (£5.4m)</strong> occupied a wider position on the right side.</p>
<p>He was more than capable of playing in this position due to his quick feet and spatial awareness.</p>
<p>Elliot produced mature performances throughout the early part of the season. Playing in such a wide position can be challenging.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s often a low option area and requires intelligent defensive covering. This will ensure the right back doesn&#8217;t get exposed when they bomb forward.</p>
<p><strong>Alexander-Arnold</strong> embodies this philosophy more than anyone else. He would occupy a hybrid role of a wide right central midfielder/number eight.</p>
<p>The purpose is to <strong>increase creativity from central areas</strong>. It also changes the angle of his cross to make it more difficult for the opposition to defend. As a result, it enables <strong>Mohammed Salah (£12.7m)</strong> to play more centrally.</p>
<p>It clearly worked for all parties as <strong>Liverpool</strong> have been far more fluid in possession.</p>
<p>In terms of Alexander-Arnold specifically, his underlying numbers are second to none. An <strong>xA of 2.34</strong> and<strong> xGI of 2.9</strong> (ranking first amongst defenders in both categories), was accumulated in just five appearances.</p>
<p>Without Harvey Elliot, I expect a tweak in the system. <strong>Naby Keita (£5.0m) </strong>and<strong> Jordan Henderson (£5.0m) </strong>are unlikely to facilitate Trent in the way Elliot did.</p>
<p>As such, I expect one of two things (the latter being the more likely) to occur. Trent could revert to a predominantly overlapping role with the right central midfielder tucking in.</p>
<p>Otherwise, Liverpool could utilise the back three on the ball more to facilitate Trent moving into midfield.</p>
<p>Missing Harvey Elliot isn&#8217;t a good thing for Alexander-Arnold owners. However, it&#8217;s not detrimental.</p>
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<h2>Fixture Run:</h2>
<p>The one thing I like about Trent is he provides a sense of longevity within your FPL team.</p>
<p>Liverpool&#8217;s fixture run is mixed until <strong>Gameweek 13</strong> where it significantly improves.</p>
<p>Klopp&#8217;s side have proven to be fixture proof nonetheless. With Trent&#8217;s attacking capability, and general higher ceiling compared to any defender, it makes him favourable in all of those fixtures.</p>
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<h2>Conclusion:</h2>
<p>I&#8217;d get Trent and sacrifice going with five big hitters at the back. His ownership entices me even more as his high ceiling returns will bolster your rank significantly.</p>
<p>The only thing I&#8217;d be cautious about is the effect of no Elliot in the team, but I&#8217;m fairly sure Trent will continue to perform.</p>
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