Liverpool’s 19-year-old has been in first-team training all week, according to Jurgen Klopp.

It has been stated publicly by Jurgen Klopp that Liverpool should not face Manchester City immediately following an international hiatus.

The manager is without a doubt correct. Recent Premier League seasons have frequently been marked by memorable moments, including meetings between the top two teams from the previous five years. At this juncture of the campaign, an early launch has the capacity to diminish that.

Additionally, this implies that both teams might enter the game slightly underprepared. When first-team players are dispersed globally, it can be challenging for managers to organize training.

Nevertheless, one such advantage is that it may afford inexperienced players the opportunity to supplement the roster. Klopp suggested in his pre-match press conference today that youthful Kaide Gordon was given that opportunity this week, despite the fact that he is still recovering from a long-term injury.

“Only the long-term absentees remain out; there were no new concerns when I entered this room,” the manager responded in response to a question regarding his team’s fitness.

“Conor Bradley’s training was routine; however, he must now compete in matches, beginning with the U21s.” Kaide Gordon spent the entire week training with us, which is extremely thrilling and looks fantastic. He must now accumulate minutes, but I believe that is all.”

Klopp will consider including Gordon in his lineup if he can revive to his pre-injury level by the beginning of 2022.

What the manager observed in Gordon at the age of seventeen was favorable. At that tender age, the former Derby County prospect appeared destined for a regular spot in the starting lineup.

But the injury then ensued. Subsequent to a series of setbacks, the forward had been inactive for Liverpool since January 2022, prior to his benching against Toulouse two weeks ago.

Nevertheless, Klopp does not overlook or disregard youthful players on account of an injury. Gordon will almost certainly be given another opportunity to demonstrate his worth if he can catch up.

With two more Europa League group matches remaining, there is a sense that this could prove to be Kaide’s big opportunity.

He can continue from where he left off with the senior squad if he performs well.

According to Jurgen, he does require minutes after missing a significant amount of football recently. However, once Gordon has accumulated sufficient experience playing for the underage teams, it would not be surprising if he once again became a regular in matchday selections.

It could work against the youngster in the short term that Liverpool’s front line is so loaded. This season, he must concentrate on regaining match fitness in anticipation of a possible loan the following year. Delighted to see you return, Kaide.