The calmness that he has, and everything you need really as a midfield player
Martin Keown on Liverpool star Naby Keita
“Well the calmness that he has, and everything you need really as a midfield player,” Keown said on BT Sport.
“He just really is quality in possession.
“Look at the range of passing, the front three are really going to enjoy his service that he’s going to give them.
“It’s this area, Firmino comes off deep, Keita wants to get into that little pocket behind the opposition’s midfield.
Liverpool news: Naby Keita has impressed early in his Reds career (Image: BT SPORT/GETTY)
Liverpool news: Keown says Naby Keita has everything a midfielder needs (Image: BT SPORT)
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“He really bursts forward. He looks incredibly impressive.
“Look at this for composure, (Andros) Townsend, he has to buy a ticket to get back in the ground there.
“Also he wants to pick a pass, he’s not satisfied with that.”
Former Liverpool striker Michael Owen has also been impressed with Keita's communication skills.
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