Rio Ngumoha forces Premier League rival into U-turn on Max Dowman verdict

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SportFootballLiverpool FCA former Everton ace who has gone up against Max Dowman and Rio Ngumoha has given his verdict on the Premier League wonderkidsAlex Iwobi has switched allegiances in the Max Dowman versus Rio Ngumoha debate after playing against the Liverpool starlet. Both teenagers have enjoyed breakout seasons and are widely tipped to earn senior England call-ups in the future.Ngumoha, 17, has established himself as a potential first-choice starter in the Reds' forward line, while 16-year-old Dowman has impressed since making his senior Arsenal bow.Former Everton star Iwobi, now of Fulham, has the advantage of seeing each youngster's abilities first-hand.

And while he was firmly in one camp until recently, his position has since shifted following last Saturday's clash at Anfield.READ MORE: Ekitike, Isak, Gomez - Liverpool injury latest and return dates for Everton as Arne Slot admits blowsREAD MORE: Liverpool told they are allowing their best left-back to leave as transfer claim madeFOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FC FACEBOOK PAGE! All the latest news and analysis from Anfield on the Liverpool Echo's dedicated LFC Facebook page"Before I played against Rio on the weekend, I'd say Max.

While Dowman has netted once in 11 senior appearances for the Gunners, Liverpool's rising star has scored twice in 25 first-team outings.For now, Ngumoha holds the advantage when it comes to being regarded as a genuine Premier League starter. Arne Slot clearly has faith in the youngster, having handed him 14 league outings this term compared to Dowman's four.It's worth noting that Dowman has been sidelined for a significant spell this season due to injury and is 18 months younger than Ngumoha.