(Video) Watch Alexander-Arnold’s lung-busting debut in 4 impressive minutes

Remember in the summer when fans couldn’t understand why we were loaning out Jon Flanagan, the only obvious backup option to Nathaniel Clyne?

Well this is why: Trent Alexander-Arnold.

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The 18-year-old made his debut for Liverpool last night in the EFL Cup victory over Tottenham and put in a mightily impressive performance from right-back. His pace and physicality belie his years, while he’s technically astute to boot.

In fact, he’s already good enough to be considered a primary backup option to Clyne and we’d actually consider him a much better long-term option than Flanagan – currently on loan at Burnley.

Have a look at his highlights and see for yourself…

Pictures via MrBoyWunder, YouTube