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Liverpool’s Best Player of 2025 Revealed as Fans Name ‘Reliable’ Star as Clear Favourite
Liverpool fans have overwhelmingly voted Ryan Gravenberch as the club's best player of 2025, praising his **unwavering reliability** and transformative impact in the midfield under manager Arne Slot[1]. A fan poll conducted by Rousing The Kop, capturing opinions from thousands of supporters, saw the Dutch international emerge as the clear favourite, ahead of other standout performers like Conor Bradley, Darwin Nunez, and Dominik Szoboszlai[1].
Gravenberch's meteoric rise has been the story of the season. Repositioned as a **defensive midfielder (DM)**, his athleticism, awareness, and technical prowess have made him the best holding midfielder in the Premier League[1]. Fans and analysts highlight his near-perfect consistency, having featured in nearly every minute without a single poor performance[1]. "Ryan's form is nothing short of perfection," one supporter commented, echoing the sentiment that his masterstroke deployment by Slot has solidified Liverpool's midfield dominance.
The poll results underscore Gravenberch's pivotal role amid uncertainties elsewhere. Conor Bradley earns mentions for his consistent appearances amid the Trent Alexander-Arnold contract saga, impressing as a Northern Ireland international[1]. Darwin Nunez is urged to "lock in" to secure his future, while Dominik Szoboszlai has reclaimed his No. 10 spot after a strong December resurgence[1]. However, none match Gravenberch's universal acclaim for reliability.
This fan verdict comes as Liverpool navigate a stellar 2025 campaign, with Gravenberch's consistency key to title aspirations. Supporters warn that maintaining this level is crucial to fend off any transfer market pursuits for a new DM and cement his status in Slot's long-term plans[1]. The poll reflects a united fanbase hailing the 22-year-old as the reliable star defining Liverpool's success.
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