Ben Woodburn
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Age: 17
Nationality: Wales
Position: Forward
Liverpool’s teenage sensation, Benjamin Woodburn, gained media attention during the pre-season of 2016-17 when the then 16-year-old striker scored a goal each against Fleetwood Town and Wigan Athletic.
Although Woodburn is a forward, his playing style has drawn comparisons with compatriot and Arsenal star Aaron Ramsey. Versatility is one of Woodburn’s strongest suits as he is capable of playing anywhere across the front three or as an attacking midfielder.
Following Woodburn’s excellent show in preseason, Klopp said that Woodburn is a natural offensive player. The youngster has been one of the stars for Liverpool’s U23 squad this season and was named the academy player of the season for 2016/17 by beating the Harry Wilson and Rhian Brewster to the award.
Woodburn made his Liverpool debut as a late substitute against Sunderland in the Premier League. Days later, he came on as a substitute against Leeds United in the EFL Cup and scored Liverpool’s second of the night. In the process, he became the youngest ever goal scorer for Liverpool by beating Michael Owen’s long-standing record. He has made the first team bench several times this season and finally got his first Premier League start away to Stoke City in a 2-1 win.
