Liverpool star suffers 'mighty blow' vs Arsenal as Jamie Carragher left stunned

Iraola starts teenager Trey Nyoni over Ryan Gravenberch against Arsenal, with Carragher warning the benching could damage the Dutchman's confidence.

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has opted to start 19-year-old midfielder Trey Nyoni alongside Alexis Mac Allister against Arsenal at Anfield, leaving established midfielder Ryan Gravenberch on the bench.

Jamie Carragher believes the decision represents a significant blow to Gravenberch's confidence, noting that being overlooked by a young player can be difficult for an established senior player to recover from. "The first time, as a youngster, when you are picked over an established senior player, it is always difficult for them to recover," Carragher said on Sky Sports. "I think it will be a mighty blow to Gravenberch."

Nyoni has impressed this season and earned his opportunity after a standout performance in Liverpool's Carabao Cup victory over Chelsea midweek. Iraola praised the teenager's maturity and understanding of the game. Former striker Daniel Sturridge backed the manager's call, saying Nyoni has earned the start while Gravenberch "hasn't been at his best," though he believes the 24-year-old will return to form.