5 Liverpool youth academy players who should play for the first team

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 19:  Jurgen Klopp, Manager of Liverpool shows appreciation to the fans after the final whislte during the Premier League match between Southampton and Liverpool at St Mary's Stadium on November 19, 2016 in Southampton, England.  (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)
Jurgen Klopp is known to nurture youngsters and turn them into star players.

#1 Trent Alexander-Arnold

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 15:  Anthony Martial of Manchester United is faced by Trent Alexander-Arnold of Liverpool during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Liverpool at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017 in Manchester, England.  (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)
Trent Alexander-Arnold (left) on his Premier League debut against Manchester United.

It has been a pretty long time since a Liverpool-born player has risen through the ranks and became a first-team regular. The last ones were Steven Gerrard, Jamie Carragher and Michael Owen. Jon Flanagan made an impression in Liverpool’s title fight during the 2013/14 season but injuries have hampered his development. Hence, the joy and expectations of watching Trent Alexander-Arnold are immense for everyone associated with Liverpool.

The teenager joined the club at the age of six and has already captained the U16 and U18 teams. He is blessed with pace, a good touch and delivery, making him an excellent right-back and he is also comfortable playing in midfield. His delivery for Divock Origi’s goal against Leeds in the EFL Cup this season is a sight to remember. Alexander-Arnold acquitted himself well on his Premier League debut against Manchester United at Old Trafford where he was tasked to handle the blistering pace of Anthony Martial.

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The Scouser has a fearless demeanour and with him, Jurgen Klopp already sees the Liverpool right-back slot secure for the next decade. The recent form of first team right-back Nathaniel Clyne has not been the best and 18-year-old can start ahead of him without leading to any dip in team performances on the pitch.

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