In the early stages of Jurgen Klopp’s tenure, Joe Gomez gained recognition as one of the Premier League’s finest young defenders, featuring prominently in Liverpool’s triumphant Champions League and Premier League campaigns.
However, a significant injury setback in November 2020 led to Gomez sliding down the defensive pecking order at Anfield, with Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate assuming the roles of the team’s primary defensive partnership.
Although Gomez’s preference remains centered around regularly playing as a center-back, he acknowledges a growing openness to the prospect of operating as a full-back.
In an interview with Sky Sports, conveyed by The Mirror, Gomez explained, “I mean I’m probably getting to an age now where I’m not resisting as much. I think trying to embrace whatever position I play is probably more important for me. If I was to write on paper where I play, I would probably still write centre-back. But with time, you grow in appreciation for the game and just learning it.”
He went on to express his enjoyment of the dynamic challenges associated with playing as a full-back, emphasizing a shift in his mindset over time.
“Trying to be dynamic and enjoy that position is something I enjoy as well. It brings different challenges and I enjoy that test. I think when I was younger I probably did resist it more and have a different outlook towards it when I played there. As I’ve got older it’s embracing it and appreciating the challenge.”
Despite being heavily linked with a move away last year, Gomez committed to a new long-term contract with Liverpool in the summer.
As Liverpool prepares to face Brentford in the Premier League on Sunday, November 12, Gomez is expected to play a role in the upcoming fixture, contributing to the team’s efforts to stay competitive with league leaders Manchester City.
Joe Gomez
Joe Gomez
This season he played in total 10 times for 501 minutes for Premier League.
Joe Gomez didn’t score any goal for Liverpool. He procured no assists. He received 1 yellow card and no red cards.
His team is currently 3rd in Premier League. In the last match Liverpool lost 3-2 against Toulouse. The next match in Premier League will be against Brentford.
Liverpool performance and stats
Liverpool is currently 3rd in the Premier League with 24 points.
In the last 11 games, it has won 7 times, drawn 3 times, and lost once. In its last match, Liverpool drawn 1-1 against Luton Town.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 24 goals and conceding 10.
Liverpool will play the next match in Premier League against Brentford on Sunday 12th of November in Liverpool. The prediction is Liverpool winning the match.