Jurgen Klopp's £34m Liverpool signing dubbed 'best in the world' due to Arne Slot influence
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Joleon Lescott reckons Liverpool star Ryan Gravenberch could be the best holding player in world football.
However, under Jurgen Klopp, he failed to find his feet initially and was given limited playing time.
But with Slot's influence, Gravenberch has developed from a fringe player to the heartbeat of Liverpool's midfield and greatly contributed to their Premier League title win last year.
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He starred as the Reds defeated rivals Everton 2-1 last week, scoring and bagging an assist, and ex-Toffees defender Lescott thinks the 23-year-old is now one of, if not the best, No.
6 in the world.
Asked on In The Mixer, brought to you by Sky Bet, if Gravenberch is the best holding midfielder in the world, Lescott said: "There's an argument for it.
"His contributions, his goals and assists.
He was arguably their best player last year.
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"He should definitely be considered.
If you're one of the best in any position in the Premier League, then you're going to be considered the best in the world."
After his impressive performance against Everton at Anfield, club captain Virgil van Dijk heaped praise on his fellow countryman, saying: "Ryan is unbelievable.
"He's very important to the way we play.