Liverpool midfielder reveals plan to go out on loan

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Liverpool midfielder Tommy Pilling has revealed plans to go out on loan to gain more first-team experience. The 21-year-old has already made his debut in the first-team squad this season and has been a key player for Liverpool's U21 side under head coach Rob Page. He has also regularly participated in senior team training sessions, including the Carabao Cup matchday squad against Southampton last month. Pilling emphasized his desire to play men's football regularly and believes that going out on loan would be the natural next step in his development, either at Liverpool or elsewhere.

This move is considered likely to happen during the January transfer window, as Liverpool typically restrict the number of academy loans during the summer window. Pilling’s progression from youth team standout to first-team training participant highlights his potential and readiness for senior-level football challenges. The club’s management and coaching staff see Pilling as an important young talent with the ambition to solidify his place in professional football through competitive loan experience.

Meanwhile, Liverpool is currently managing injury concerns and assessing their squad needs ahead of the January window. With a recent three-game losing streak, manager Arne Slot is seeking to stabilize the team, particularly in defense and midfield. The loan strategy for youth players like Pilling fits into Liverpool’s broader plan to develop talent while maintaining squad depth for the rest of the season.