Cody Gakpo has spoken of his happiness at being used in his preferred left-sided role under Arne Slot at Liverpool, saying he feels like “the old me” again. For much of his time working alongside Jurgen Klopp, Gakpo was played in a central attacking berth, dropping deep and putting his intelligence to good use.

Liverpool's Dutch attacker Cody Gakpo is enjoying playing for compatriot Arne Slot after being signed by Jurgen Klopp and believes a switch in position is helping him shine for the Reds

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has found untapped potential in the squad he inherited from Jurgen Klopp.

Gakpo has been deployed in his preferred left-wing role under Arne Slot since the Dutchman replaced Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool in the summer Cody Gakpo helped Liverpool into the EFL Cup quarter-final with a fine double strike against Brighton. / Propaganda ...

The question of Cody Gakpo’s best position became one of several topics of debate following his January 2023 move to Liverpool. Primarily considered a left-winger (where he notably impressed for the Netherlands during the 2022 World Cup),

With Liverpool flying high and top of the Premier League and Champions League tables, every story surrounding the club at the moment seems to be about positivity, progress, and praise for new head coach Arne Slot’s approach.