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In July 2015, a teenage Joe Gomez walked through the doors of Melwood after completing a £3.5 million move from Charlton Athletic.

Fast forward to 2025, and Gomez now stands as one of the longest-serving players at Liverpool Football Club.

Ten years on Merseyside has not only shaped Joe Gomez’s career, but also his character.

This is the story of Joe Gomez’s decade at Anfield – the highs, the lows, and the quiet resilience that made him a key figure in Liverpool’s modern history.

The Rise: A Promising Start

When Brendan Rodgers signed Gomez at just 18, few expected him to break into the first team immediately.

But by the opening weeks of the 2015/16 season, he was already showcasing maturity beyond his years, slotting in at left-back and later his natural position at centre-back.

A standout performance came on his Premier League debut against Stoke City, where he played at leftback and helped secure a 1-0 clean sheet win.

He followed that up with another strong performance against Arsenal at the Emirates, showcasing his versatility and tactical discipline in a 0-0 draw.

Gomez’s intelligent positioning, calm distribution, and physical strength stood out during Rodgers’ final months at the club.

However, his early momentum was halted by a cruel ACL injury in October 2015, just before Jurgen Klopp took over.

The injury was a sign of the recurring theme that would shape his Liverpool journey: resilience in the face of adversity.

Klopp’s Trust and the Golden Era (2017–2020)

Jürgen Klopp, who arrived shortly after Gomez’s injury, saw potential in the young defender.

Though injuries continued to disrupt his rhythm, Gomez’s 2018/19 season, especially the first half remains one of his standout periods.

Forming a formidable partnership with Virgil van Dijk, he played a crucial role in the team’s best-ever defensive record under Klopp at that point.

One standout performance came in the 2-0 win over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, where he made several crucial interventions and displayed outstanding composure under pressure.

Another highlight of that season was his commanding display against Tottenham Hotspur at Wembley, where his pace, aerial ability, and positioning helped nullify a dangerous Spurs attack in a 2-1 victory.

That campaign ended with Liverpool lifting the UEFA Champions League in Madrid – though Gomez didn’t start the final, his contributions during the season were invaluable.

Gomez’s contribution to the 1-0 win over Napoli in the Champions League group stage was pivotal, as Liverpool kept a clean sheet to qualify for the knockout stages.

The following season, he would help Liverpool storm to a historic Premier League title in 2019/20, ending the club’s 30-year wait.

Joe Gomez played a vital role in the Reds historic Premier League title-winning campaign, particularly shining during the second half of the season.

After initially starting the season on the bench, Gomez returned to the starting lineup in December, following an injury to Joel Matip.

From that point on Liverpool went on an astonishing run of clean sheets.

His standout performance against Leicester City on Boxing Day, a dominant 4–0 away win, saw Gomez produce a near-flawless display alongside Virgil van Dijk, completely shutting down one of the league’s most in-form attacks.

Another commanding game came in the 1–0 win over Tottenham in January, where his speed and timing in challenges were crucial in keeping Harry Kane and Son Heung-min quiet.

Gomez also stood out in the 2–0 win over Manchester United at Anfield, playing with maturity, calm
distribution, and rock-solid defending.

His partnership with Van Dijk became the foundation of Liverpool’s defense, helping the team to 15 clean sheets in the league.

Gomez’s resurgence that season was key to Klopp’s side becoming one of the most dominant teams in Premier League history.

For Gomez, this was the pinnacle: from a promising youngster to a Premier League and European champion, all before the age of 23.

The Lows: Injuries and Setbacks

But just as he seemed ready to cement his place as England’s top centre-back, misfortune struck again.

In November 2020, while on England duty, Gomez suffered a serious patellar tendon injury, ruling him out for the remainder of the season.

Liverpool, already without Van Dijk and Matip, felt the impact deeply.

For Gomez, it was another mental and physical mountain to climb.

When he returned in 2021, competition had intensified.

New signings, including Ibrahima Konaté, and a fit-again Van Dijk meant Gomez found himself down the pecking order.

Rumours of a transfer surfaced in 2022, but he signed a new long-term deal, reaffirming his commitment to the club.

A New Role: Versatility and Leadership (2023–2025)

Under Klopp and his successor Arne Slot, Gomez evolved.

While no longer a guaranteed starter at centre-back, he embraced a utility role, excelling at right-back, left-back, and even as a defensive
midfielder when called upon.

Joe?Gomez’s time under Arne?Slot at Liverpool has been a story shaped more by misfortune than by opportunity.

Despite being poised to cement his role, the 2024–25 campaign saw him limited to just ten Premier League starts before a recurring hamstring injury curtailed his season and required potential
surgery, a blow Slot admitted would sideline him for “large parts” of the season .

When fit, however, Gomez has made a strong case for why he should be selected in the starting 11.

In Liverpool’s 2–1 comeback win over Brighton, he entered at half?time and delivered a commanding performance that Slot called “outstanding.”

Injuries may have halted him of consistency, but not of quality or professionalism.

By 2024, he had become Liverpool’s quiet leader, the link between generations, a voice in the dressing room, and a role model for the likes of Jarell Quansah and other academy prospects.

He crossed the 200-appearance mark in the 2023/24 season, earning a standing ovation at Anfield.

Though he never courted headlines, the Kop knew his worth.

Career Stats (Liverpool, 2015–2025)

During his time at Liverpool so far, Gomez has enjoyed a trophy-laden spell at the club, contributing to a total of nine major honours.

Throughout this period, Gomez made over 240 first?team appearances, helping to fortify Liverpool’s defence across multiple seasons and triumphs

His two Premier League titles came in 2019–20, when Liverpool ended their 30-year wait for the league crown, and 2024–25, under Arne Slot’s management.

In addition, he was part of the squad that won the UEFA Champions League in 2018–19, followed by the UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup in 2019, as part of their intercontinental treble celebrations .

Domestically, Gomez added the FA Cup in 2021–22, two EFL/Carabao Cups in 2022 and 2024, and the FA Community Shield in 2022 to his trophy
cabinet .

Honours with Liverpool:
• Premier League: 2 (2019–20, 2024–25)
• UEFA Champions League: 1 (2018–19)
• UEFA Super Cup: 1 (2019)
• FIFA Club World Cup: 1 (2019)
• FA Cup: 1 (2021–22)
• EFL/Carabao Cup: 2 (2022, 2024)
• FA Community Shield: 1 (2022)

The Legacy: Loyalty, Resilience, and Respect

Joe Gomez may not have racked up the individual accolades or weekly headlines that some of his peers did, but his decade at Liverpool represents something equally valuable: loyalty, resilience, and professionalism.

He was there for the highs of the Champions and Premier League triumphs, and he stood firm during the lows, battling injury and competition without complaint.

His loyalty to the club doesn’t go amiss with the Anfield faithful, with the fans often breaking into a spirited rendition of “Ain’t nobody like Joe Gomez” after standout performances or whenever Gomez commands the ball from the fullback position.

Gomez is equally celebrated within the squad, such as when teammate Tsimikas was caught singing it during a training session, highlighting how Joe is celebrated not just by the
stands, but also in the dressing room atmosphere.

Gomez recently stated “I came here as a kid with dreams.

I’m proud of every moment.”

In a sport where loyalty is rare, Joe Gomez has given Liverpool ten years of unshakable commitment.

And for that, he will always be remembered not just as a player, but as a legendary Red.

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