Redknapp: Lucas is Liverpool’s most underrated player
Date published: Monday 13th February 2017 1:42
Jamie Redknapp has heaped praise on Liverpool midfielder Lucas after their 2-0 victory over Tottenham at Anfield on Saturday.
The Brazilian has had to fill in at centre-back on a number of occasions for the Reds this season with Dejan Lovren and Joel Matip being in and out the side.
Sadio Mane scored both the goals against Spurs in Liverpool’s impressive victory but Redknapp believes it is Lucas who deserves a mention for his performance against Mauricio Pochettino’s men.
“Sadio Mane will win the plaudits for his goals against Tottenham but Lucas deserves a special mention for his performance at centre back,” Redknapp wrote in his column for the Daily Mail.
“I expected him to be in for a torrid afternoon up against Harry Kane and Dele Alli but Lucas kept the in-form Tottenham pair at bay. He defended like a warrior.
“Lucas may not be the biggest player but he is so wily, knowing when to nudge his opponent and put them off balance.
“The Brazilian has had to suffer plenty of questions about his ability since arriving at Anfield in 2007 but more often than not he is Mr Dependable when called upon — be it in defence or midfield.”
“With Dejan Lovren and Joel Matip missing games through injury this season, Lucas is proving that he can still be an important part of Jurgen Klopp’s side.”
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