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James Milner's importance to the Liverpool cause shouldn't be underestimated - just ask Paul Ince!

The former Reds captain caused something of a social media stir on Thursday when he was discussing the converted left-back on ITV4's pre-match coverage of Liverpool's Audi Cup final against Atletico Madrid.

Ince, who played for the Reds from 1997-1999 was talking up the talents of the versatile Milner when he claimed that the former Manchester City man was of more importance to Jurgen Klopp than last season's 14-goal top scorer Philippe Coutinho.

Coutinho, who has been courted by Barcelona this summer, is a player every Liverpool fan would loathe to lose this summer, but Milner is the Reds' "best player" according to ex-midfielder Ince.

"Forget Coutinho, James Milner is Liverpool's best player," said Ince.

(Image: Clive Brunskill /Allsport)

"He can play in every position."

And while no Liverpool fan takes Milner's ability and selfless attitude for granted at Anfield, many supporters were left baffled by Ince's comments.

And predictably, they showed their disagreement in their droves on Twitter.