Liverpool Updates: Dietmar Hamann Blasts Thiago Alcantara as 'one of the most overrated players in European football’

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Legendary Liverpool midfielder Dietmar Hamann has launched an attack on Reds midfielder Thiago Alcantara labelling him as ‘one of the most overrated players in European football.’

Hamann reckons Liverpool needs a revamp in midfield after they missed out on the Premier League and Champions League this season by the narrowest of margins.

The former German international believes there is a lack of creativity from Liverpool’s trio of midfielders and has been particularly critical of Alcantara who he feels offers little in games the Reds are not controlling.

Hamann also slammed Liverpool skipper Jordan Henderson while Naby Keita also came in for criticism.

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“In my opinion, the Reds need to modernize the team a bit, especially in midfield,” Hamann told Sky Sports Germany.

“I don’t understand the hype about Thiago. For me, he is one of the most overrated players in European football.

“When things are going well and you have a lot of possession he’s a good player, but when push comes to shove you don’t see him.

“If you need someone who sets accents, then he doesn’t do it.

“Keita is also a disappointment, [Jordan] Henderson is a worker. They need a player who can make the difference and give the team that extra something.”

On the transfer front, Liverpool and Manchester City have reportedly already made 'discreet enquiries' for Mason Mount, who is also being targeted by Manchester United. The trio are all keeping tabs on Mount, who has seen talks over a new deal at Chelsea stall as a result of the club's recent takeover saga.