Man City youth captain confirms Liverpool transfer in Instagram update
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Manchester City academy midfielder Lucas Alford has confirmed his move to Liverpool, joining their U16 squad. Alford, a highly rated talent, has captained City’s youth sides and impressed at major youth tournaments over the past year, showcasing his versatility as both a no.8 and holding midfielder.
He took to Instagram to reveal his transfer, appearing in Liverpool training gear while signing his terms with the club. His arrival adds to Liverpool’s growing academy strength, which already includes promising players such as Joshua Abe, Erik Farkas, and Vincent Joseph.
This signing marks another significant acquisition from Manchester City’s youth ranks for Liverpool, following a trend as the pathway to first-team football appears clearer at Anfield than it currently does at City. The move highlights the evolving rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester City, not only on the pitch but also in nurturing and recruiting emerging young talents.
Alford’s transition underscores Liverpool’s ongoing strategy to bolster their youth setup with promising prospects capable of progressing to the senior squad in the future.
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