Top 5 youth prospects at Liverpool right now (2021)

FC Porto v Liverpool FC: Group B - UEFA Champions League
FC Porto v Liverpool FC: Group B - UEFA Champions League

#3 Neco Williams

Preston North End v Liverpool - Carabao Cup Round of 16
Preston North End v Liverpool - Carabao Cup Round of 16

Coming up from Liverpool's youth team, Neco Williams has already caught the eye of Jurgen Klopp with some impressive displays. The young right-back has continued to rise through the ranks and enjoyed his breakthrough season during Liverpool's title-winning campaign.

With a style similar to Trent Alexander-Arnold's, Neco Williams is showing immense promise on the right flank. In addition to his defensive prowess, the Welsh right-back is offensive in nature. The 20-year-old is good with his dribbling and often delivers venomous crosses from the right. Like his predecessor, Williams is also good at taking on opponents with his quick feet.

Liverpool currently have one of the best right-backs in the world in Alexander-Arnold. This has obviously limited Williams' chances in the first team but he continues to impress whenever he gets the chance. Sky-high is the limit for the youngster and he will rightly be Liverpool's primary choice in the future if he keeps proving his worth.


#2 Curtis Jones

Brentford v Liverpool - Premier League
Brentford v Liverpool - Premier League

Curtis Jones has proven himself to be a starter at Liverpool after delivering some majestic displays. The central midfielder is now a reliable choice for Klopp as his presence suits perfectly with the German coach's tactics. Jones has already racked up one goal and three assists so far in all competitions, despite being unavailable due to injury.

Operating from midfield, Jones possesses commendable passing range and tactical intelligence. As a teenager, the 20-year-old had shown maturity on the ball and looked comfortable against even the toughest opposition. In addition to his caliber, Jones' workrate is also vital as he covers for the full-backs from midfield.

With players like Thiago and Naby Keita being injury prone, Jones will be pivotal for the Reds throughout the campaign.


#1 Harvey Elliot

AFC Bournemouth v Liverpool FC - Premier League
AFC Bournemouth v Liverpool FC - Premier League

Harvey Elliot is Liverpool's second youngest debutant, breaking into the first team soon after his arrival from Fulham. The young prodigy quickly made his name and became a fan favorite at Anfield due to his abilities on the ball. He is a complete package and touted as a future asset for the Reds.

Elliot is a right winger on paper but he is far from a traditional winger. The 18-year-old can operate from midfield and has already proven his versatility at Liverpool. He is highly creative due to his vision, which helps him predict his teammates' runs and find them with his passes.

Elliot is currently on the path to recovering from an injury after dislocating his ankle vs Leeds United in the Premier League.

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