That is the view of former Tottenham and England midfielder Darren Anderton.
England face Slovenia at Wembley this evening (7.45pm), knowing victory would secure their place at the World Cup in Russia next year.
Oxlade-Chamberlain is set to start for England on the right-wing, despite only making one start in his six Liverpool appearances since joining from Arsenal.
The 24-year-old has struggled to make an impact for Jurgen Klopp’s side in his cameo performances.
Anderton says Oxlade-Chamberlain needed to get away from Liverpool and tonight’s match is a great opportunity for him.
“Yeah it’s a difficult one,” Anderton said on Sky Sports.
“People are talking about him not starting so well at Liverpool.
“It’s a big move for him, sometimes you don’t settle at a new club, it takes time.
“He’s done the business for England in the past, Gareth Southgate knows what he’s all about.
“He works his socks off and I think it’s a great opportunity for him.
“This is probably something he needs to get away from Liverpool, come and play tonight, have a great game, get your season going.”