Marco Rossi, the national team manager of Hungary, has shed light on Dominik Szoboszlai’s role in the team. Despite claims that Szoboszlai plays on the wing or in a higher position, Rossi clarified that he actually has a free role on the pitch. In some games, he even plays deeper than he does for Liverpool. This flexibility allows Szoboszlai to move around and take on different responsibilities, making him a key player for Hungary.
According to Rossi, in the Hungarian squad, Szoboszlai is recognized as the leader of the team not only because he is the captain, but also because of his skills and position on the pitch. The team plays a less positional and more relational style of football, giving players like Szoboszlai the freedom to go where they feel they can contribute the most. This fluidity in his positioning allows him to have a significant impact on the game.
For Liverpool, Szoboszlai has predominantly played as a box-to-box midfielder, often on the right side. His role involves both supporting Mo Salah in attack and tracking back to help Trent Alexander-Arnold defensively. Since joining Liverpool from RB Leipzig last summer, Szoboszlai made an immediate impact. However, as the season progressed, he seemed to run out of steam. This is something that Arne Slot, Liverpool’s manager, will need to address to ensure that Szoboszlai can maintain his performance levels, especially considering the added responsibility he will have at the Euros.
Szoboszlai missed Euro 2020 due to injury and Hungary failed to qualify for the 2022 World Cup. Therefore, he will be eager to make an impact on the international stage this summer. If Hungary were to be eliminated in the group stage, Szoboszlai would have ample time to rest and prepare for Liverpool’s pre-season friendlies in the United States. This would be crucial in ensuring he is fresh and ready for the upcoming campaign.