Liverpool reinforced its next generation of midfielders in the transfer market last summer. Other players such as Bobby Clark and James McConnell have been getting chances, especially in cup competitions, and have added depth to the midfield.
There, they are planning to add a new young gem to the mix. According to Anfield Watch, Liverpool is interested in 19-year-old midfielder Oliver Arblaster of Sheffield United U-21.
He spent the first half of the season on loan at Port Vale, where he made over 20 appearances and put in some impressive performances. He returned to his club this year, but his performance caught the attention of Liverpool.
He was also selected for the England U-20 national team, making four appearances. He has a promising future in the national team, which has been crowded with talent in recent years, and is said to be factored into the team’s long-term plans.
However, with Jurgen Klopp’s departure at the end of the season, there is a possibility that their plans for reinforcements will change drastically. At this point, it seems unlikely that the club will make a move for the Sheffield-born midfielder, but will he make a big step up?