Former Liverpool midfielder considered ‘untouchable’ at club this summer

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Former Liverpool midfielder is not for sale this summer despite club’s financial concerns. Meanwhile, former Liverpool midfielder Tyler Morton has become “untouchable” at Lyon after leaving Anfield last summer in a deal worth up to £15m.After making just five appearances for Arne Slot’s side last season, Morton has established himself as a key player in France, starting 40 of his 43 matches and missing only four Ligue 1 games.However, Lyon are now expected to sell up to €60m worth of players this summer after finishing fourth, a position that only guarantees a place in the Champions League third qualifying round.Despite the club’s financial situation, L’Equipe reports that Morton is one of only six players considered “untouchable” ahead of the expected fire sale.The only other players Lyon would not sell “barring an offer they can’t refuse” are goalkeeper Dominik Greif, centre-back Moussa Niakhate, midfielder Corentin Tolisso, and wingers Malick Fofana and Afonso Moreira.

It highlights the impact Morton has made since joining the French club.Only defenders Niakhate (3,677) and Clinton Mata (3,832) have played more minutes for Lyon this season than Morton (3,491), while the former Liverpool midfielder has also made the second-most appearances under Paulo Fonseca.Operating at the base of midfield, Morton has become central to Lyon’s style of play. It’s really difficult when you don’t play,” he told BBC Sport.“It’s so tough.

I’d never been more hungry to play football in my life.”He added: “The manager has given me the reins to play my football and I’m loving it. He’s helped me so much.