Xabi Alonso names former Liverpool ‘soldier’ as the most underrated teammate of his career

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So, when Alonso was asked to name the most underrated teammate of his career, it was no surprise to hear him bring up Mascherano.How are you feeling about this match? Mascherano was Alonso’s most underrated teammate Like Alonso, Mascherano has tried his hand at coaching since retiring from playing in 2016.

“Let’s say Mascherano,” the Chelsea manager replied when asked by Viaplay to name the most underrated player he’s ever played with. “He was a soldier.” Interestingly, Alonso also recalled his days at Liverpool when asked for who was the funniest teammate he had throughout his career.

“Really, really funny guy.” Alonso picks the best player of his career Inevitably, Alonso was also asked to name the best player he played with during his full career on the pitch, giving a typically diplomatic answer which included Liverpool’s Gerrard. “I always choose my midfield partners.” “So, in Liverpool I really enjoyed playing with Stevie G.