3 reasons why Joe Gomez is the future of Liverpool's defence

Liverpool FC v KRC Genk: Group E - UEFA Champions League
Liverpool FC v KRC Genk: Group E - UEFA Champions League

#3. Age

Liverpool v Leicester City - Premier League
Liverpool v Leicester City - Premier League

Joe Gomez has played 76 games for Liverpool, 24 games for Charlton Athletic and has 7 caps for England. Thus it is easy to forget that he is just 22 years old. A centre-backs best years are arguably between the age of 26-32, meaning Gomez still has 4 years to iron out the flaws in his game and become an impeccable defender well before his prime.

With Gomez already possessing this level of ability, it is definitely an exciting prospect as to how good he could be in the next 4 years.

Joel Matip and Virgil van Dijk are 28 years old and Dejan Lovren is in the wrong side of 30, giving Gomez a fantastic opportunity to establsh himself in the heart of Liverpool's defence. The former Charlton man is a good young player with a bright future ahead of him. With his immense ability, unlimited potential and exceptional coaching staff at Liverpool, Gomez has the world at his feet.

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