Liverpool’s Conor Bradley has caught the eye of Jurgen Klopp and could be promoted to be given a first-team role next season, the Athletic say.
Liverpool are thinking of selling Neco Williams this summer, although it is claimed that a new full-back may not come in to replace him.
That is because Liverpool’s coaches and Klopp are said to have high hopes for Bradley.
The teenaged defender has been converted from a right-winger into a full-back for Liverpool’s under 18 side this season.
His form has already seen him earn a call-up to Northern Ireland’s senior side.
And it seems that it is not just at international level where Bradley’s talents are earning recognition.
A potential gamble?
Liverpool’s coaches believe that he could have the talents to step into their team and provide cover for Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Of course, it seems unlikely that Bradley would feature too much next term.
But the news comes as a real vote of confidence in the youngster’s abilities.
It may cause some concern with Liverpool’s supporters, though.
Liverpool saw the need for strength in depth after their defensive crisis last term, and having such inexperienced cover could be a risk for Klopp’s side.
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