Liverpool legend Barnes compares Gravenberch to Italian maestro Pirlo

Under manager Arne Slot, the Holland midfielder has excelled in a different position, thriving as a No6 player.

And Barnes has quickly been won over by the switch.

He said on the Rest is Football podcast:  "Playing Ryan Gravenberch as a number 6 is a bit like playing Pirlo in a number 6.

"A different type of player but more attacking, more comfortable on the ball rather than a hard-working, difficult, strong defensive midfield player."