Youth / Reserve Team Thread... 2010 - 2013
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Christ, I thought Darby was gone yonks ago. He must be in his 30s by now.
He seems to be quick in the same way Aaron Lennon is.
He probably won't come out on top in a straight race with some of the taller lads. But against fullbacks what will be more useful is the ability to change direction real quick and to be in control of the ball while doing so...i hope Sterling has them in spades, because we all seem to be placing our hopes on the lad a bit too much.
He probably won't come out on top in a straight race with some of the taller lads. But against fullbacks what will be more useful is the ability to change direction real quick and to be in control of the ball while doing so...i hope Sterling has them in spades, because we all seem to be placing our hopes on the lad a bit too much.
His control is good enough for him not to need to use his pace that much - he moves the ball quickly and can dribble past defenders into the area. It's not often that he needs to get the ball and bomb past players and sprint down the wing. That's all I meant. He certainly LOOKS quick, like Downing doesn't look quick, but I suspect in a straight race there wouldn't be much between them.
A twitter dialogue between Pacheco and Suso (Stolen from RAWK):
Suso: Ready to watch spain .. can't wait to see tiki taka.@dani37pacheco hope ur brother torres scores.He's as quick as u lad haha xx
Pacheco: hahaha I Allready got a golden boot of u-19 so lets see what u do at the tournament. With ur quality I expect a red card
Pacheco: like u did vs man united. Hahahahaha
Suso: ill send u a kiss on tv when i score lad so dont worry. U know i still having that magic lad xxx
Pacheco: I don't expect less from you. I'm the 4th in Liverpool so will watch games there. Would u wear number 10 ? Woooo
Suso: Ready to watch spain .. can't wait to see tiki taka.@dani37pacheco hope ur brother torres scores.He's as quick as u lad haha xx
Pacheco: hahaha I Allready got a golden boot of u-19 so lets see what u do at the tournament. With ur quality I expect a red card
Pacheco: like u did vs man united. Hahahahaha
Suso: ill send u a kiss on tv when i score lad so dont worry. U know i still having that magic lad xxx
Pacheco: I don't expect less from you. I'm the 4th in Liverpool so will watch games there. Would u wear number 10 ? Woooo
Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh Vienna
UEFA European U19 Championship
The Finals
3-15 July 2012
Tallinn, Estonia
The Finals
3-15 July 2012
Tallinn, Estonia
'Lad'? Fuck off back to your vermin infested derelict in Crocky Suso yer fuckin baghead.
I forgot thanks!!
Interesting that Suso is playing much deeper for Spain than he does for us.
Some great looking young Spanish players.
Deulofey looks a great prospect.
Next on the barca production line.
Great skill and finish by Rodriguez by the way
Some great looking young Spanish players.
Deulofey looks a great prospect.
Next on the barca production line.
Great skill and finish by Rodriguez by the way
He began by playing that in a free central role where he often ended up picking the ball up off the defence and starting things, then they kept moving him to RM, I suppose for developmental purposes. He belongs in the middle.
Liverpool left back Jack Robinson is wanted on loan by several Premier League and Championship sides, with Norwich City and Bolton having shown interest in the 18 year old.
Derby County are also looking to sign the Warrington born defender for the duration of next season.
With the departure of Fabio Aurelio this summer, Liverpool have only Jose Enrique as a recognised left back at present, although Glen Johnson was chosen as cover whenever Enrique was injured last season, ahead of Robinson.
Robinson became Liverpool’s youngest ever player when he came on as 16 year old at Hull in the last game of the 2009-10 season. The following year he made two Premier League appearances under Kenny Dalglish, but last season made just two League Cup starts – at Brighton and Exeter.
Robinson signed a new long term contract at Anfield in October 2011.
Derby County are also looking to sign the Warrington born defender for the duration of next season.
With the departure of Fabio Aurelio this summer, Liverpool have only Jose Enrique as a recognised left back at present, although Glen Johnson was chosen as cover whenever Enrique was injured last season, ahead of Robinson.
Robinson became Liverpool’s youngest ever player when he came on as 16 year old at Hull in the last game of the 2009-10 season. The following year he made two Premier League appearances under Kenny Dalglish, but last season made just two League Cup starts – at Brighton and Exeter.
Robinson signed a new long term contract at Anfield in October 2011.
Send him to Bolton - Owen Coyle works wonders with loan players in general.
he got talent, but needs to go out, bolton could be a good call, a good championship club where expectations are high so he can get used to playing with pressure.
Sterling: We're already improving
Rodgers has shifted the focus from more standard stamina-based routines, such as long-distance running, to an emphasis on ball-work and Sterling insists the technical improvements are already there for all to see.
"The training has been more enjoyable than other seasons because it has been more ball-related," explained the 17-year-old in his first official LFC interview. "That's definitely been a surprise - I was expecting long hill runs but it's nice to come in and do ball work.
"The manager is getting us to play football. It's only been about a week and already you can see improvement in the movement of the ball - it's been really good football so far.
"Everyone is buzzing and they're loving the training. All the young lads are saying they love the way things are going and we are really enjoying it.
"The manager makes everyone feel welcome, even the young lads who are coming up. For him to speak to us is really good. He's given us advice, he's a good manager."
Sterling made his Liverpool debut against Wigan in March this year, when he was introduced as an 85th minute substitute to the delight of the Anfield faithful and the youngster remembers the moment manager Kenny Dalglish told him to get ready to take to the turf.
"It was a shock to be in the squad," admitted Sterling. "But it was really exciting for me and when (Dalglish) said my name, I was like: 'Me? Are you sure?'
"So I put my shirt on and it just didn't feel real. It felt like I was dreaming and when I got on the pitch, I got caught up in the atmosphere of the stadium. It was one of the best experiences of my whole life.
"I was just thinking: something I've dreamt about all my life is about to come true and to finally get the chance to come on and play for a club like Liverpool was great. I was a bit nervous but once I got on the pitch and got my first touch of the ball, I relaxed a bit and it was really enjoyable.
"On the pitch, the players are always speaking to you to make you feel as though you are part of the team which is good. I was shouted at a few times, but you just have to deal with that!
He added: "After it, people congratulated me and it was nice knowing all the fans really wanted to see me play. After that I would get recognised a bit more. The first time I got asked (for an autograph), I had to check they meant me! But after that you get used to it.
"My mum keeps me grounded though; she lets me know what is right and wrong. She was really happy when I made my debut. My whole family has moved up here, so as much as it is me doing it on the pitch, she helps me off the pitch, so I have to thank her. She's a really helpful person in my life.
"The people at the Academy made me feel very welcome and the football that they have brought to the Academy, I've got to say, is really, really top quality. So I've got to say thank you to them for being there and helping me out with everything over the past few years. I'm really thankful for that."
Rodolfo Borrell was one man in particular who played an important role in aiding Sterling's development as a player. The former Barcelona man coached Sterling right from the moment he joined the club from QPR in February 2010.
"When I first came to the club, I was really immature with my playing style," said Sterling. "I just used to be constantly going forward and I didn't know my positioning very well. And he helped me tactically, physically and mentally.
"He helped me with my movement in behind defenders and helped me to get on the ball in different positions, so I've got to thank him very much. After a game, he doesn't just tell you that you had a good game; he would tell you if you had a bad game.
"So, to have a manager who is like that and is really up front with you and knows a good player when he sees one is great. He's not just guided me but a few of the other boys at the academy and in the reserve team."
Rodgers has shifted the focus from more standard stamina-based routines, such as long-distance running, to an emphasis on ball-work and Sterling insists the technical improvements are already there for all to see.
"The training has been more enjoyable than other seasons because it has been more ball-related," explained the 17-year-old in his first official LFC interview. "That's definitely been a surprise - I was expecting long hill runs but it's nice to come in and do ball work.
"The manager is getting us to play football. It's only been about a week and already you can see improvement in the movement of the ball - it's been really good football so far.
"Everyone is buzzing and they're loving the training. All the young lads are saying they love the way things are going and we are really enjoying it.
"The manager makes everyone feel welcome, even the young lads who are coming up. For him to speak to us is really good. He's given us advice, he's a good manager."
Sterling made his Liverpool debut against Wigan in March this year, when he was introduced as an 85th minute substitute to the delight of the Anfield faithful and the youngster remembers the moment manager Kenny Dalglish told him to get ready to take to the turf.
"It was a shock to be in the squad," admitted Sterling. "But it was really exciting for me and when (Dalglish) said my name, I was like: 'Me? Are you sure?'
"So I put my shirt on and it just didn't feel real. It felt like I was dreaming and when I got on the pitch, I got caught up in the atmosphere of the stadium. It was one of the best experiences of my whole life.
"I was just thinking: something I've dreamt about all my life is about to come true and to finally get the chance to come on and play for a club like Liverpool was great. I was a bit nervous but once I got on the pitch and got my first touch of the ball, I relaxed a bit and it was really enjoyable.
"On the pitch, the players are always speaking to you to make you feel as though you are part of the team which is good. I was shouted at a few times, but you just have to deal with that!
He added: "After it, people congratulated me and it was nice knowing all the fans really wanted to see me play. After that I would get recognised a bit more. The first time I got asked (for an autograph), I had to check they meant me! But after that you get used to it.
"My mum keeps me grounded though; she lets me know what is right and wrong. She was really happy when I made my debut. My whole family has moved up here, so as much as it is me doing it on the pitch, she helps me off the pitch, so I have to thank her. She's a really helpful person in my life.
"The people at the Academy made me feel very welcome and the football that they have brought to the Academy, I've got to say, is really, really top quality. So I've got to say thank you to them for being there and helping me out with everything over the past few years. I'm really thankful for that."
Rodolfo Borrell was one man in particular who played an important role in aiding Sterling's development as a player. The former Barcelona man coached Sterling right from the moment he joined the club from QPR in February 2010.
"When I first came to the club, I was really immature with my playing style," said Sterling. "I just used to be constantly going forward and I didn't know my positioning very well. And he helped me tactically, physically and mentally.
"He helped me with my movement in behind defenders and helped me to get on the ball in different positions, so I've got to thank him very much. After a game, he doesn't just tell you that you had a good game; he would tell you if you had a bad game.
"So, to have a manager who is like that and is really up front with you and knows a good player when he sees one is great. He's not just guided me but a few of the other boys at the academy and in the reserve team."
Yeah he seems to be developing them the right way, being up front about their performances, good or bad, because sometimes kids at that age can get carried away and think that they're God's gift and develop a rotten attitude and as soon as they play a professional match they're found out. They need to be told what to improve on and how best to utilise their strengths to cause damage on the opposition. From what i've read Borrell has being doing that superbly.
Glad to hear Sterling's family have moved up aswell.
Glad to hear Sterling's family have moved up aswell.
Highlights of Saturday's youth team friendly win over Exeter. Useless opposition but still worth checking out new signing Dan Smith (16 year old signed from Crewe for £350k a couple of months back) and Jerome Sinclair, who at 15 is another in the mega-hyped Sterling/Suso category, and one of the major talents signed up in the last year along with Ojo, O'Hanlon, Ibe, and McLaughlin.
Not wishing to be contentious, but this is pretty much what players said when Kenny and Steve Clarke took over. And the Liverpool Way in training - with the exceptions of the Ged and Rafa (and *shudders* Roy) eras - was to work with the ball. So these stories about how 'revolutionary' it all is seem a bit like FSG PR to me, and a bit insulting to the intelligence of fans with memories that stretch further back than a few months, let alone a few years. Oh well, an encouraging interview with Raheem. I'm convinced he'll make his breakthrough this season as a (semi) regular.
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