"Ballon d'Or contender", "Better than all Chelsea defenders" - Fans cannot stop praising Liverpool star after 4-3 win over Fulham

In an electrifying Premier League encounter at Anfield, Liverpool edged out Fulham 4-3, thanks to Trent Alexander-Arnold's late heroics. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions which saw the Reds twice seize the lead, only for their visitors to strike back each time.

The first half was a spectacle of goals and drama. Alexander-Arnold's brilliant free-kick deflected in off Fulham's Bernd Leno as Jurgen Klopp's men initially surged ahead. However, the jubilation was short-lived as Harry Wilson leveled the score for the visitors who were on top of their game.

Alexis Mac Allister then unleashed a magnificent strike to put the excitement back in the Anfield crowd. But once again, the celebrations were tempered by Fulham's persistence. Kenny Tete's goal, confirmed by VAR, restored parity just before the halftime whistle.

In the second half, Liverpool intensified their attack, with Darwin Nunez coming agonizingly close, only to be denied by the woodwork. The Reds seemed to be heading for a loss in the 80th minute when Fulham's Bobby Decordova-Reid headed in Tom Cairney's cross, stunning the home crowd.

However, the home team's relentless pursuit paid off spectacularly in the closing minutes. Wataru Endo found the net to restore parity, and a mere two minutes later, Alexander-Arnold delivered once again with a decisive strike to seal their win.

The conclusion of the game sparked a frenzy among fans, particularly in their praise for Alexander-Arnold. Twitter was abuzz with admiration, as one supporter hailed his performance as worthy of a Ballon d'Or:

"Ballon d'Or contender."

Another fan stated that he was:

"Better than all Chelsea defenders."

Here is a selection of their tweets:

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Liverpool in the hunt for Napoli's midfield maestro Piotr Zielinski

Liverpool continue to feature prominently in the pursuit of Napoli's midfield dynamo Piotr Zielinski. The Poland international has been a prominent member of Napoli's squad, contributing immensely to their recent successes, including their Scudetto triumph.

Zielinski's tenure with Napoli has been marked by over 300 appearances, showcasing his integral role in the team's midfield. His contract, set to expire in 2024, has sparked widespread speculation about his future. Reports from Calciomercato (via TBR Football) indicate that a move could be imminent, with Liverpool re-emerging as a key contender for his signature.

Interest in Zielinski isn't limited to Anfield, though. The midfield ace has garnered attention from several top clubs, including Italian giants Juventus and Inter Milan. Yet, it's the Reds' interest, fueled by Jurgen Klopp's admiration, that is drawing significant attention in England.

As the midfielder's contract situation unfolds, the Reds will look to remain a formidable contender in the race to secure his services.