'Thinks he's big time': Barnsley player claims he's not happy with one Liverpool player ahead of FA Cup clash

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The article reports on a Barnsley player’s irritation with the behaviour of a particular Liverpool star ahead of their FA Cup third-round clash at Anfield. The Barnsley man suggests the Liverpool player is acting like he is “big time,” implying a sense of arrogance or entitlement that has not gone down well in the League One camp. Rather than being awed by the occasion or by Liverpool’s status, the Barnsley player uses this perceived slight as extra motivation, framing it as disrespect toward his club and teammates.

From Barnsley’s perspective, the tie is presented as a rare and valuable opportunity to test themselves against elite opposition, but also as a chance to demonstrate that lower-league players should not be dismissed or talked down to. The article links this personal grievance to a wider theme of FA Cup underdogs relishing the chance to upset more illustrious opponents. The Barnsley squad, already aware of the huge gap in resources and league position, are said to be using the Liverpool player’s actions and attitude as fuel, sharpening their focus and desire to compete hard on the day.

On Liverpool’s side, the piece notes the club’s heavy schedule and mixed recent form, adding a layer of jeopardy to a tie they are still widely expected to win comfortably. The behaviour of the named Liverpool star is portrayed as symptomatic of the confidence – or overconfidence – that can creep into a top club facing a struggling lower-league side. The article ultimately frames the narrative as classic FA Cup theatre: a supposed “big time” Premier League figure facing a fired-up underdog who feels disrespected and is determined to prove a point on a national stage.