Academy-born Jarell Quansah started the opening Premier League game of the season, but was replaced in the first half.After that, he became a cup contender and often started on the bench in the domestic league and Champions League.
His appearances at centre-back were also limited and he was used more often as a right-back.
He is fourth in the pecking order as a centre-back, although there is an impression that he is gradually gaining the trust of coach Arne Slot. He is being treated as third best because Joe Gomez is injured, but who knows what position he will be in next season.
The competition for the final line may become even more intense, as they are said to be looking to secure a replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold and to sign a new centre-back, while also looking for a replacement for Andy Robertson.
According to The Times, Newcastle United are interested in Liverpool’s 22-year-old defender and are looking to make an offer of £30 million plus add-ons.
The England defender, who has made over 50 appearances in total at Anfield, is a steady defender and has a certain level of ball handling and passing up front required of a modern defender.
Former manager Jurgen Klopp found him useful and expected him to be the new defensive leader. In the Dutch coach’s team, he is more of a team member and is not perceived as an absolute position.
James Pearce of The Athletic reports that the 22-year-old centre-back is included in Slott’s squad for next season, and that the Merseyside club would not accept a sale.
Realistically, it is unlikely that the young defender will be released and is expected to continue at Anfield beyond next season. Could the future, contrary to expectations, see the English defender leave Liverpool…?