Former England centre-back Ferdinand was full of praise for Fabinho, who slotted into an unfamiliar role in defence. Liverpool were without Virgil van Dijk due to suspension and Joe Gomez and Dejan Lovren because of their respective injuries. Fabinho played alongside Joel Matip at the back and Bayern Munich’s star striker Robert Lewandowski failed to have an impact on the last-16 first leg at Anfield on Tuesday. Ferdinand says versatile players like Fabinho are vital to managers.

Source: Express February 20, 2019 14:55 UTC