Alexander-Arnold masterclass shows hybrid players hold key to success | Will Unwin

The role of multi-position players is evolving rapidly as Premier League managers strive for innovative ways to gain an edge

Multi-position players have come a long way since Paul Warhurst was happy to fill in wherever required or Dion Dublin gave centre-back a go in the latter stages of his career. The modern game possesses a new breed who can adapt within a game, moving roles in tune with their intuition and where they think they can make the biggest impact.

On Sunday Trent Alexander-Arnold was placed at right-back on the pre-match graphic against Fulham, although that did not represent his afternoon’s work. As an inverted full-back he would appear in central midfield, looking to provide an overload, or he slotted between the centre-backs with the aim of getting on the ball and using his passing range to change the dynamic of an attack.

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