Liverpool: Which loanees have a future at Anfield?

Nathaniel Clyne

Everton FC v AFC Bournemouth - Premier League

Nathaniel Clyne’s Liverpool career has taken a drastic turn in the last 18 months. During Klopp’s first two seasons at the club, Clyne was ever-present, playing 33 and 37 league games respectively. He was one of Liverpool’s most consistent players and always gave his all.

But before the 2017/18 season, the right-back suffered a back injury which would keep him out of the team for most of the season. It wasn't until March when Clyne finally returned to the matchday squad, but during his long spell out, academy product Trent Alexander-Arnold claimed his spot and made the right-back position his own.

After making 70 Premier League appearances in his first two seasons at the club, Clyne only managed 7 since then. When Klopp sent Clyne out on loan to Bournemouth this January, Liverpool were light at the right back position but clearly, the manager respected the player's wish to play regular first-team football.

Whenever he has stepped out onto the pitch for the club, even during the game against Manchester United in December, Clyne has always done the job asked of him, but at this point, Alexander-Arnold has overtaken him and rightfully so. Clyne would definitely have a future at the club if he is willing to play second fiddle to the youngster. But the recent loan move suggests that the 27-year-old is keen for regular game time and could leave Liverpool permanently in the summer.