Alexis Mac Allister says I am willing to play any role that Klopp asks of me to
Liverpool’s first midfield signing of last summer says he will embrace his role as a new six in Jurgen Klopp’s side. When Liverpool began rebuilding their midfield last summer, many expected an established defensive option to replace the departing Fabinho. And while Wataru Endo has finally arrived, Mac Allister has played six so far this season. “I feel like a team player ready to play any role that Klopp asks of me,” Mac Allister said of his role in a recent interview. Mac Allister has said in the past that he enjoys a deeper role that allows him to see more of the pitch and dictate play, and while some still call for a destroyer, it’s clear that Klopp appreciates what he brings to the role. Much of that is due to the quick adaptation of these new midfielders – including Mac Allister – to the new team, and as much as he says he is comfortable in whatever role Klopp chooses him to play, he is generally very comfortable. “And when you go down to kick a ball at Anfield, it’s like a [former club] Boca [Junior] pitch.