Many Liverpool fans have been reacting to the news that the Reds have signed Derby County youngster Kaide Gordon.
An official announcement was not made by the Merseysiders themselves, but the Rams confirmed that the 16-year-old had made the switch to the Premier League champions on Friday evening.
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Liverpool had been linked with a move for Gordon for a number of months, a player who was considered to be, according to The Athletic, “the best 16-year-old in the country”.
The Englishman made his Championship debut during Derby’s 4-0 win against Birmingham City before the New Year and has scored three goals in five appearances in the U18 Premier League.
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James Pearce shared the announcement on Twitter, hailing the young attacker as an ‘exciting talent’, to which supporters reacted in their drones, with many interested to see how he progresses at the AXA Training Centre.
Fans delighted with Gordon signing
“I’m looking forward to seeing more of him. A big prospect.”
“Yeahh… Remember that name.”
“Interesting signing.”
“Good luck to him. If anyone can improve youngsters it’s Klopp and his coaches”
“Good luck lad”
“Promising!”
In other news, Jurgen Klopp confirms defender will be available to play against Manchester City.
