Liverpool vs AS Roma: Combined XI

Liverpool vs AS Roma: A combined XI
Liverpool vs AS Roma promises to be a thriller
AS Roma's captain fantastic will need to reproduce his Barcelona heroics
AS Roma's captain fantastic will need to reproduce his Barcelona heroics

Right-midfielder: Alex-Oxlade Chamberlain

Chamberlain has breathed new life into his career at Liverpool. After a slow start, he now finds himself as an instrumental figure in the midfield and the spectacular volley against Manchester City in the quarter-finals was a testament to the confidence he imbues at the moment.

The former Arsenal man is thriving in his role offensive role under Klopp; a role that has seen him create 33 chances in the league and also get involved in the attack more than ever.

Central midfielder: Daniele De Rossi

The Italian veteran continues to go strong even at 34. The way he nonchalantly dispatched that penalty against Barcelona shows he hasn't lost the touch.

And even if injuries have plagued his season, his performances on the pitch have done little to suggest that.

De Rossi remains a clinical passer of the ball and his experience in the centre of the park is an asset to Roma. His adeptness from the set-pieces is another valuable trait that they thrive on.

De Rossi is a player reborn under Eusebio Di Francesco and has taken the leadership mantle with aplomb.

The Giallorossis once again need their skipper to shine like he did on that historic night that secured a top-four spot.

Left-midfielder: James Milner

He may not have been at his best in the Premier League, but James Milner brings his A-1 game to the fore under the Champions League night lights.

For everything good that has happened to Liverpool, Milner finds himself at the heart of it; ably pulling the strings with his all-round performances.

He has created 15 chances in eight appearances, just three behind Salah who has played two games more, whilst assisting as many as seven goals - the highest this season by a margin. Milner also boasts an average of 75% shot accuracy in those games.

While the likes of Salah, Firmino et al take the plaudits for their supreme scoring prowess, it is Milner who orchestrates it all from behind. He's the creative engine that keeps Liverpool ticking.

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