Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey is keen to see more of new signing Ryan Gravenberch after the midfielder impressed in the 2-0 victory over Union Saint-Gilloise in the Europa League on Thursday.
Emile Heskey was speaking to BoyleSports, who offer the latest Premier League betting & odds.
The Dutch international was on target to give the Reds the lead in the 44th minute before Diogo Jota added a second in injury time to settle the nerves of the Anfield faithful.
Heskey Impressed By Ryan Gravenberch
Heskey admitted to being impressed by the 21-year-old’s performance and is hoping to see more of the midfielder.
‘I liked Ryan Gravenberch’s performance against Union Saint-Gilloise. He’s a really good driving midfielder who likes to take players on and makes a lot of runs forward. He’s really positive and has Endo sitting behind to cover him. I’d like to see more of Gravenberch.Â
‘I thought Liverpool were good, but they were lucky that Union Saint-Gilliose didn’t have a very clinical striker on hand. They certainly created chances, yet they were unable to take them. I’d say Liverpool looked quite comfortable, though, and their game plan seemed to revolve around being patient and waiting for spaces to open. Overall, I was pleased.’
Jurgen Klopp’s team are back in Premier League action on Sunday when they travel to the Amex to face Brighton & Hove Albion and Heskey believes they will secure the three points in the final match prior to the international break.
‘I think Liverpool will beat Brighton 2-1. It’ll be a tough game as Brighton are a very good side at home. They’re fantastic movers of the ball and they have such a good understanding of their pressing triggers.Â
‘They really are phenomenal, and the Liverpool game will be interesting as they figure out how to exploit them. Brighton are so good in possession, and Liverpool will be looking to exploit them both in and out of possession.’
The match at the AMEX kicks off at 2pm on Sunday.
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