# Ryan Gravenberch Talks About His Full Liverpool Debut and the Freedom He Has Been Given
Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch made his full debut for the Reds in a 3-1 win over LASK in the Europa League opener, and he was in good spirits after the match. The Dutchman described himself as “sloppy” at times during the game, but he also talked about the freedom he has been given by manager Jurgen Klopp.
Gravenberch marked the occasion with an assist as he laid on a cross for Luis Diaz to put the Reds in front shortly after the hour mark. He was replaced by Mohamed Salah with 15 minutes on the clock, but he was still pleased with his performance.
## Gravenberch’s Role in the Midfield
Gravenberch’s role within the midfield has been a topic of debate among supporters, with Liverpool said to have been in the market for a “multi-functional” signing prior to his arrival. When asked about his function within the side in comparison with previous managers, Liverpool’s new No. 38 revealed that Klopp has encouraged him to “feel free” in matches.
“Yesterday after training [Klopp] came to me and said to me [to] feel free, you know, you can do whatever you want, of course you have to do your things, but he just said feel free and show yourself and the Ryan you are,” Gravenberch said.
## Klopp’s Tactics
Klopp’s tactics have been praised by many for their attacking nature, and this was on display against LASK. The Reds had to be compact defensively, but Gravenberch was allowed to move higher up the pitch and show his attacking qualities.
“They [were compact], but also on our side we had to do it better because normally I’m higher, we have two sixes and I’m higher up the pitch, so we have to do it better and I think we will,” he said.
## Looking Ahead
Gravenberch is still young and learning the ropes at Liverpool, but it is clear that he is already making an impact. He has been given freedom by Klopp to express himself on the pitch, and this could be key in helping him develop into a top player for the Reds.
The Dutchman will now be looking to build on his full debut performance and continue to impress in the coming weeks and months. With Klopp at the helm, there is no doubt that Gravenberch will be given every opportunity to make his mark at Anfield.