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Liverpool have confirmed the departure of 22-year-old central midfielder Tyler Morton to French club Lyon in a transfer deal worth £15 million. Morton, a product of Liverpool’s Academy, made 14 competitive appearances for the Reds after his debut in September 2021. He is a young England international, part of the U21 European Championship-winning squad this summer. Prior to this move, Morton had loan spells at Blackburn Rovers and Hull City but faced limited playing opportunities at Liverpool this season.

The transfer deal includes a 20% sell-on clause for Liverpool should Morton be sold by Lyon in the future, reflecting the club’s strategic planning. Lyon, initially relegated this summer due to financial issues, successfully appealed and will remain in France's Ligue 1. This move offers Morton the chance to develop further in a top European league and to participate in UEFA competitions such as the Europa League.

Morton’s exit follows a summer of significant squad changes at Liverpool, coinciding with the club’s preparations for defending their Premier League title. The club has already sold several players including Luis Diaz, Jarell Quansah, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Caoimhin Kelleher, and Nat Phillips, accumulating nearly £150 million in transfer fees. Morton's transfer is part of a clear broader club strategy to evolve the squad under manager Arne Slot without compromising continuity.

This transfer window features major signings, notably the record-breaking £116 million acquisition of Florian Wirtz, signaling Liverpool’s ambition. The club’s business with Morton and others underlines Liverpool’s approach of balancing squad refreshment with long-term vision and financial prudence.

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