Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold has expressed his ambition to become the first full-back to win the Ballon d'Or. This goal is not unprecedented, as Roberto Carlos came close in 2002. However, there are concerns that Alexander-Arnold's focus on redefining the position may detract from his defensive capabilities. Historically, great full-backs have balanced attack and defense effectively. Alexander-Arnold's team, Liverpool, has benefited from his creativity and goalscoring ability, but he will need to improve his defensive skills to achieve his ambitious goal.

Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/zakgarnerpurkis/2024/10/27/trents-mad-roberto-carlos-dreams-are-a-worry-for-liverpool/