ReactionRyan Gravenberch interview: Leicester win, title dreams, starting streak and more
Ryan Gravenberch was delighted with how Liverpool persevered again to secure a victory that puts them ever so close to the Premier League title.
Trent Alexander-Arnold came off the bench in the second half to net the only goal of Sunday's encounter at Leicester City and have the Reds a win away from clinching first place.
A 20th top-flight crown can be won at Anfield this coming weekend with three points versus Tottenham Hotspur, although an Arsenal defeat on Wednesday night would see the moment arrive sooner.
Speaking to Liverpoolfc.com after the game, Gravenberch said: "It was a late one but I'm very happy with the result. We kept pushing until the end and made it 1-0.
"Even when we don't play really good football, it's all about the result. You see the last three weeks, even when we didn't play good we get the results. It's all about the three points.
"We need one more win, of course, and hopefully we can finish it in our home. We are really looking forward to that."
Alexander-Arnold quickly marked his return from a five-week injury absence with his first left-footed goal of his Liverpool career.
The match-cliniching moment, which arrived in minute 76, sparked jubilant scenes among the squad and travelling supporters.
Gravenberch continued: "I'm really happy for him. He was injured and he came back today. You saw how important he can be for us.
"They [the fans] are amazing. Every week, every game, they are here and they support us. Also today, you see we really need them."
Gravenberch continued his streak of starting every one of the Reds' Premier League fixtures this season.
The appearance at Leicester was his 45th in all competitions in 2024-25, operating in the defensive midfield role he has made his own within Arne Slot's team.
"Still going strong!" the 22-year-old said. "To be honest, it's really tough as well.
"Last season I didn't play a lot and now I play almost every game. It's tough but I still keep going.
"In the beginning of the season I had to adapt to the new role, to the new position. I didn't play a lot there but now I know what I have to do. The manager fully trusted me there, so I'm really happy with that."
The result at King Power Stadium brought the end to a memorable week that saw captain Virgil van Dijk commit his future to the club by signing a new contract.
Gravenberch finished: "In my opinion, he's still playing but he is a Liverpool legend and he is really important for us. I'm really happy with him."
