Anfield was electric on Wednesday night as Liverpool brushed aside Atletico Madrid in a thrilling Champions League clash. But the story of the night wasn’t just the result—it was Ryan Gravenberch’s jaw-dropping display that left even one of Manchester United’s greatest legends in disbelief.
Former England striker Wayne Rooney, known for rarely handing out praise to Liverpool players, couldn’t hide his admiration. The ex-United captain admitted he was blown away by Gravenberch’s performance, describing it as one of the finest individual showings he’s seen this season.
According to Rooney, the 22-year-old midfielder wasn’t just Liverpool’s standout man on the night—he’s been their most consistent performer since the campaign kicked off. That’s a bold claim coming from someone who spent much of his career battling Liverpool on the pitch, but it speaks volumes about Gravenberch’s rapid rise under Arne Slot.
Against Diego Simeone’s well-drilled Atletico side, the Dutchman ran the show. He controlled the midfield, set the tempo, and carried the ball forward with authority, leaving fans and pundits alike singing his praises. Social media erupted after the game, with supporters calling him the “heartbeat of Liverpool’s midfield” and hailing the display as one of the best by a Reds midfielder in Europe in recent years.
For Rooney to publicly applaud a Liverpool player—let alone call him their best so far this season—is a moment that hasn’t gone unnoticed by fans on both sides of the rivalry. It’s another sign that Gravenberch is evolving into a force to be reckoned with, not just in England, but across Europe.
🔴 From Old Trafford rivalry to Anfield admiration—Wayne Rooney’s words confirm it: Ryan Gravenberch is the real deal.
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