Former player outshines Liverpool stars in two areas, which may leave Arne Slot regretful
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Arne Slot oversaw significant player departures from Liverpool this summer, including Tyler Morton, whose exit initially went under the radar. Morton, a 22-year-old midfielder, had a promising loan spell at Hull City during the 2023-24 season but struggled to break into Liverpool's first team due to competition from players like Wataru Endo and Ryan Gravenberch.
Slot's decision to let Morton go was practical at the time, as the player sought regular playing time, which was unlikely at Liverpool given the squad's depth. During his Liverpool academy days, Morton was primarily seen as a holding midfielder but faced stiff competition from peers such as James McConnell and Stefan Bajcetic in that role.
However, since moving to Lyon, Morton’s recent performances in Ligue 1 have sparked discussion that Arne Slot may regret his decision. He has outshone some current Liverpool stars in two critical areas on the pitch, highlighting his development and potential that Liverpool might have underestimated. This resurgence suggests that Morton’s departure could be viewed as a missed opportunity for Liverpool, especially considering the club’s ongoing tactical and squad adjustments under Slot’s management.
Liverpool under Slot continues to appear strong, with ambitions for the Premier League title remaining high despite some setbacks, such as an exit from European competition. The club’s need to evolve its squad balanced against young players’ growth trajectories remains a careful challenge for Slot’s future decisions regarding player development and transfer activity.
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