Over the weekend, two significant events occurred in the Premier League that could have a major impact on Liverpool’s midfield department. First, Alexis Mac Allister, typically not a defensive player, was used as a holding midfielder for Liverpool against Manchester City in a tough away fixture. Despite concerns, Mac Allister performed well, impressing even against City’s offensive talent. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace’s Cheick Doucouré suffered a serious injury, leaving manager Roy Hodgson concerned about his future. This injury is expected to keep Doucouré out for an extended period, a blow to Crystal Palace as well as Liverpool, who had previously shown interest in him as a potential replacement for Fabinho. Now, Mac Allister is increasingly looking like the heir apparent for Liverpool’s midfield, as the market for holding midfielders is scarce and few can offer the same value as him with possession. This development suggests that Liverpool may not need a blockbuster transfer for a specialist replacement after all.
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