In the world of football, the name Alexander-Arnold has become synonymous with the right flank. However, the youngster is not resting on his laurels and has set his sights on the skies. Recently, Trent Alexander-Arnold began a video study of Sergio Busquets and Andrea Pirlo, aiming to transform into a midfielder who will bring a new visual feast to the team and fans.
Why did Arnold choose Sergio Busquets and Pirlo as his subjects?The reason is simple, these two legendary midfielders have all the qualities needed to drag a midfielder. Alexander-Arnold's superb passing skills, excellent ability to read the game and strong defensive awareness have all made Alexander-Arnold fall in love with them. Alexander-Arnold believes that by studying them, he can find the key to a midfield that drags him down.
Over the course of his long research, Arnold discovered what Busquets and Pirlo had in common. They are adept at finding gaps in the game and using their passing ability to create opportunities for their team-mates. At the same time, they also have a high sense of defence and are always present in key positions in the defense when it matters most. These traits have impressed Alexander-Arnold and given him a deeper understanding of the position of dragging down the midfield.
However, Arnold did not blindly imitate the style of Busquets and Pirlo. He understands that each person's characteristics and style are unique. So, after absorbing the essence of the two midfield masters, Alexander-Arnold began to try to integrate his own characteristics into it, creating his own style of dragging the midfield.
Arnold understands that transformation doesn't happen overnight. To do this, he has put in more effort than ever before, working up a sweat in the gym and training ground every day. He firmly believes that only through continuous efforts can he establish himself as a true lagging midfielder.