Rather deceptively , however , Lallana is also largely effective as a defensive player .
This will likely appeal to Rodgers as Lallana likes Lallana 's midfielders to contribute with high - energy pressing play .
Rather deceptively , however , Lallana is also largely effective as a defensive player , and this will likely appeal to Rodgers as he likes his midfielders to contribute with high - energy pressing play .