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Liverpool’s young midfielder Tyler Morton is reportedly close to finalizing a transfer move to French club Olympique Lyonnais in a deal valued at around £15 million. The 22-year-old starlet, who has been with Liverpool since his youth career, is said to be seeking more consistent first-team football, which appears more viable at Lyon. The move is seen as a strategic step for Morton to continue his development and gain regular playing time at a high competitive level.

The transfer discussions between Liverpool and Lyon have intensified, with the deal expected to be completed soon. Morton’s departure marks another instance of Liverpool allowing promising young players to move on when pathways to regular senior appearances are blocked by the club's current squad depth. Lyon, competing in Ligue 1, are looking to bolster their midfield options, and they see Morton as a valuable addition capable of contributing defensively and creatively in midfield.

Morton’s style of play, characterized by his defensive midfield capabilities and composure on the ball, fits Lyon’s tactical requirements. The French side are keen on investing in young talent to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season. The transfer fee, at approximately £15 million, reflects Morton's potential and Liverpool’s valuation of his abilities.

This move could be advantageous for all parties involved: Liverpool gains a significant fee which they can reinvest, Lyon secures a promising midfielder, and Morton steps into a team that can offer him more regular hours on the pitch to showcase and further hone his skills. The transfer, once finalized, will close a chapter for Morton at Anfield where first-team opportunities have been limited amid fierce competition.

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