“They are Amazing” – Ryan Gravenberch Sends Message to Liverpool Fans with Premier League Title in Sight | OneFootball

Ryan Gravenberch’s Steely Rise Powers Liverpool’s Premier League Title Push

In football, there are moments that define not only a season but signal the future of a team. At the King Power Stadium on Sunday, Liverpool carved out one of those moments. A late 1-0 win against Leicester City, thanks to a left-footed strike by Trent Alexander-Arnold, took them to within touching distance of a historic 20th Premier League title. But beyond the headlines, it’s Ryan Gravenberch’s resilience and quiet consistency that continues to shape Liverpool’s identity under Arne Slot.

Gravenberch’s Engine Drives Liverpool Forward

“It was a late one but I’m very happy with the result,” Gravenberch told Liverpoolfc.com after the final whistle. “Even when we don’t play really good football, it’s all about the result… It’s all about the three points.”

It’s easy to focus on the dramatic moment – Alexander-Arnold’s goal on his weaker foot, after five weeks sidelined. Yet it’s Gravenberch who has become the glue in this side. He has now started every Premier League game this season, something few would have predicted just a year ago.

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The Dutch midfielder has quietly transformed from a player with potential into a central pillar of Liverpool’s title charge. “Last season I didn’t play a lot and now I play almost every game. It’s tough but I still keep going,” he admitted. His shift to a defensive midfield role – dictated by Slot’s tactical vision – has been pivotal.

“In the beginning of the season I had to adapt to the new role… but now I know what I have to do. The manager fully trusted me there, so I’m really happy with that.”

Slot’s Faith Paying Off

Arne Slot has reshaped the midfield, and Gravenberch is the clearest example of that evolution. There’s no need for flashy flair or headline-grabbing stats – what matters is positioning, discipline, and composure. Gravenberch delivers all three.

Against Leicester, he did what he’s done all season: provide structure, recover possession, and transition Liverpool into attack. The eye may have been drawn to the goal and the celebrations, but the control in the centre of the pitch was what allowed the drama to unfold.

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Liverpool’s transformation this season is grounded in that kind of control. With a squad that blends youth, experience, and an unrelenting belief in its mission, they now stand one win away from reclaiming the Premier League crown.

Fans and Figures: The Emotional Undercurrent

“They [the fans] are amazing. Every week, every game, they are here and they support us,” Gravenberch said. “Also today, you see we really need them.”

There’s always something visceral about late wins away from home – especially with silverware on the horizon. But the scenes at full-time weren’t just about this result. They were about a team that has weathered difficult periods, transitioned away from a beloved manager in Jürgen Klopp, and yet somehow grown even more determined.

Gravenberch’s emergence is emblematic of that journey. Slot’s Liverpool are more pragmatic, more balanced, and perhaps even more dangerous as a result.

One Game, One Goal, One Title

Now comes the final push. A home fixture against Tottenham Hotspur awaits, and three points will seal the title. Should Arsenal slip up midweek, Liverpool could be champions even sooner.

“We need one more win, of course, and hopefully we can finish it in our home,” Gravenberch said. “We are really looking forward to that.”

Gravenberch has already logged 45 appearances across all competitions this season – a remarkable number considering his limited game time last year. His endurance, and the trust placed in him, speaks volumes about his maturity and importance to this side.

The Dutchman also made sure to acknowledge another key figure in the dressing room. “In my opinion, he’s still playing but he is a Liverpool legend,” he said of Virgil van Dijk, who extended his contract this week. “He is really important for us. I’m really happy with him.”

And perhaps that’s what makes this Liverpool side so compelling. They’re not a collection of superstars chasing headlines – they’re a squad united by belief, trust, and a single goal. With Ryan Gravenberch at the heart of it, Liverpool are a single victory away from Premier League immortality.