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Liverpool have signed so well this summer that some younger stars may never get a chance to feature.
The Reds may have a hugely talented squad right now and Arne Slot might have a plethora of stars at his disposal, but outgoings will be needed before the new season rolls around.
Lots of the ‘fringe players’ are being rumoured with an Anfield exit, with some big names within the regular first-team also linked with a move away.
With that being said, many of the youngsters may also see their route to the matchday squad now blocked, with many perhaps feeling a move away this summer is best for their careers.
There is one in particular who is attracting interest from multiple clubs, including West Ham, and it appears that he is nailed on to depart without getting a proper chance.
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Slot is not against giving youngsters a chance, but it is fair to say that he definitely has his preferred lineup, something Jurgen Klopp perhaps didn’t.
This means many never got the chance to prove themselves and despite shining this summer at the Under 21 European Championships, it looks as if Tyler Morton still has not done enough to get some more minutes in a Liverpool shirt.
According to The Athletic, Morton is ‘highly likely’ to depart Anfield this summer on a permanent basis as he aims to get regular first-team football.
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West Ham are just one side interested, with the report adding that Braga, Ajax and Club Brugge are also interested, making all four teams possible destinations for the 22-year-old.
Bayer Leverkusen tried to sign Morton on loan last summer, but Liverpool were only prepared to sell him in a permanent transfer worth around £20million.
The midfielder only played five times for the Reds last season as injury ruled him out for the majority of the season, but it appears his time at Liverpool has now run its course.
Neil Mellor believes that Morton is ‘far too good’ to be playing in the Under 21s, giving him another reason to search for regular first-team minutes.
There is no denying that Morton is a quality player and he showed that during his time at the Under 21 European Championships, but he is not quite at the level to make it into the team just yet.
Ryan Gravenberch will hold down the defensive midfield role for many years to come, while Wataru Endo is a more than adequate back-up option to help the Dutchman manage his minutes.
James McConnell appears to be third-choice as well after a meeting with Slot, suggesting Morton is far down in the pecking order, while also capable of being sold for big money.
£20m seems quite steep for a player hardly proven but his performance at the Euros, as well as being called “fantastic” after a Champions League game, means the Reds can charge slightly more, although whether someone is willing to pay that is yet to be seen.
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