The next James Milner is here and he's exactly what Liverpool need

The next James Milner is here and he's exactly what Liverpool need The next James Milner has broken onto the scene and he's exactly what Liverpool need. What an icon the former Reds midfielder was. Milner was probably one of the most reliable players under Jurgen Klopp's reign at Anfield.

No matter the game or the weather, he could always be trusted to step-up and put in a strong performance. Whether that was in midfield, right-back, left-back or wherever else Klopp needed him to play. Milner was the definition of a utility man.

His industrious nature and his game-intelligence meant that he could simply play anywhere and that's why he could play at the club for so long. He was never a flashy player - but he did what was asked of him and he consistently won his duels and was extremely reliable. That's why he's continuing to play at Brighton in the Premier League, even after leaving the club two years ago and even though he's now reached 40-years-old.

Milner is a colossus, and that is exactly the kind of player Arne Slot's side needs right now. Finding a reliable squad player is sometimes the most difficult job of the recruitment process. You not only have to find a player who is competent and who would be satisfied with a squad role but you also have to look for someone who can play multiple roles and who is undervalued.