Former Premier League striker Gabby Agbonlahor has tipped Liverpool defender Kostas Tsimikas for an enhanced squad role at Anfield.
The 25-year-old ace has been an understudy to Andy Robertson since arriving on Merseyside from Olympiakos for £11.75million in 2020 (Sky Sports).
Having stepped into the breach impressively early season when Robertson was sidelined, there have been calls for the Greek international to be given a prolonged run in Jurgen Klopp’s side.
Speaking to Football Insider, Agbobahor has echoed those sentiments and believes Tsimikas should be used more frequently.
I wouldn’t drop Robertson. He’s got major credit in the bank, he’s been outstanding for that football club. Sometimes, it’s squad rotation. If you see somebody is having a hard time, like Robertson, then maybe you can bring in Tsimikas. It doesn’t have to be dropped, he can just be rested. I’ve got no problem with Robertson having a game off and a little breather because Tsimikas can do a job as well.
So far this season the 15-times capped Tsimikas has registered two assists in eight appearances across all competitions for the Reds.
Meanwhile, Scotland captain Robertson has also provided two assists in four more outings.
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Whilst there is clearly a major disparity in terms of service to the club and on the world stage, at present, there would appear to be very little between the performances of the left-back options.
If Liverpool are going to be competing for major honours at the business end in May, keeping key players fit and firing will be crucial.
Robertson has appeared to suffer a minor dip in form this season and perhaps a spell out of the firing line will see the Scot return a revitalised figure for what looks sure to be a long and difficult campaign.
