Sepp van den Berg has slipped out of view of the first team this season, having been on the bench just once as an unused substitute in the Carabao Cup win at Lincoln City in September.
Those observers will have been impressed by how Van den Berg helped quell the threat of dangerous Everton forward Ellis Simms in the 1-1 Premier League 2 draw at Southport.
Liverpool may have been frustrated in Monday's mini-derby at Everton.
"Sepp's level of progress this year has been really good.
But, for one youngster, the evening provided further compelling evidence he is ready for a move away from Anfield.
After featuring in both domestic cup competitions last term, the 19-year-old - signed for £1.3million from PEC Zwolle 18 months ago - has instead continued his development with the Academy, where his progress has caught the eye of potential suitors with at least three clubs pondering a loan offer this month.
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