Ian Wright singles out Liverpool star who has ‘pleasantly surprised’ Arne Slot this season

Arsenal legend Ian Wright thinks Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch has pleasantly surprised new Reds boss Arne Slot this season.

Gravenberch was on top form as Liverpool swept Manchester United aside at Old Trafford on Sunday with a brace from Luis Diaz and another goal from Mohamed Salah .

had spent the summer looking to find a midfield signing to improve Slot s options in the middle of the pitch but eventually opted to go with what they ve got.

Martin Zubimendi was close to joining the Reds in the summer transfer window before the Spain international .

Gravenberch has largely played in a more advanced role for previous clubs Ajax and Bayern Munich but he s flourished in a deeper role for Slot s side so far this season.

And Wright thinks th…