The high-flying marks, stunning goals and highlight celebrations are what the fans love about Liam Ryan.

But it’s his off-the-ball work that pleases his coach the most.

West Coast coach Adam Simpson was full of praise for the second-year forward after one of the most complete performances of his short career in last weekend’s win over Collingwood.

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Ryan booted a goal, dished off three score assists, and was a menace in pressuring the Pies to emerge as a critical factor in the win.

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“Liam’s been really good for us this year in that sense,” Simpson told 7NEWS of the off-the-ball activity.

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“He’s probably elevated his game (with regard to) off-the-ball acts.

“I know the fans and members want to see him do the special things, and he’s still got the licence to do that.

“But what he does off the ball now with his pressure and the way he carries himself has gone to another level, which for a 16-game player is really pleasing for us.”

Camera Icon Liam Ryan of the Eagles celebrates a goal last weekend. Credit: Getty Images

Simpson said he had “no idea” if Fremantle superstar Nat Fyfe would line up in Saturday’s derby, but knew what to expect from the Dockers regardless.

“We’ve seen a slight shift in personnel obviously – they’ve got a bit more experience and they’ve recruited really well,” he said.

“Both of us have had a disappointing game in the middle of two really good games.

“We’re expecting a fierce contest. Nothing much changes in derbies.”

Simpson said neither he nor Andrew Gaff would be fazed by any booing from Dockers fans in the midfielder’s first derby since the infamous hit on Andrew Brayshaw, but expected more cheers from the crowd in the Eagles home fixture.