JAN MOLBY believes fellow Dane Daniel Agger is ready to cement his place in Liverpool's back four, breaking up the traditional pairing of Jamie Carragher and Sami Hyypia.
Molby says the 21-year-old's performances this season prove why he's got the potential to become one of Europe's hottest defensive talents. And Anfield's first Great Dane believes manager Rafa Benitez will keep faith in the youngster for this weekend's trip to Stamford Bridge.
"He is definitely threatening to break up the partnership of Carra and Sami now," said Molby.
"His performance in the Community Shield was particularly significant, because I'm sure that convinced the manager Agger was now ready.
"Now he's built on that against Sheffield United, West Ham and PSV.
"His strength is his maturity and ability to handle any situation he faces.
"It doesn't matter how big the game is, nothing fazes him. That's been shown for his club and at international level ever since he made his debut for Brondby.
"It was obviously an important game for Liverpool's defence on Tuesday, so for Agger to come in an perform like that shows his quality.
"I'd say he deserves to keep his place against Chelsea on Sunday.
"I know there's a lot of talk of resting players, but I'm not so sure when Agger is picked it's because Sami is being rested now.
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