Aqua set for free role
27th Apr 2010 - Latest News
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Alberto Aquilani could be deployed in a more advanced role in future, Rafa Benitez has revealed.
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The Italian claimed three assists when asked to operate just behind Dirk Kuyt against Burnley on Sunday.
Two of those were for Steven Gerrard, who was pushed back alongside Javier Mascherano to give Aquilani a free role.
Benitez said: "It is an option. He can play in both positions.
"In the first year, especially because he has been injured for a long time, to manage him and find the right position for him was not easy because the Premier League is very strong and physical.
"But in this position he has freedom and with Gerrard behind him they can pass to each other.
"Aquilani can pass the ball and when the game is open like in the second half (against Burney) he can move and give good assists."
Author: Jimmy Rice
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