Mateusz Musialowski “Buys In” After Failed Transfer from Liverpool

Mateusz Musialowski saw a move away from Liverpool collapse at the end of the transfer window, but the 19-year-old has “risen” to the challenge since after “buying in.” The Polish forward was in line to join Austrian side TSV Hartberg on a free transfer in the final days of the summer, but a deal fell through after Liverpool attempted to renegotiate on a fee. Musialowski has been a regular presence since, starting seven of a possible nine games with four goals and two assists, including efforts against senior opposition in Morecambe and Blackpool.

Speaking to the Liverpool Echo after a goal and assist in the EFL Trophy defeat to Blackpool on Tuesday, the U21s coach Barry Lewtas explained how the Pole has finally found “real consistency.”

“He’s been brilliant. This season, in terms of his level of consistency, without question it has risen,” Lewtas said. “He’s taking more responsibility for his all-round game and he commits to every phase of the game now. Defensively he’s strong and buying in. No-one can doubt his ability to dribble the ball, he can dribble past most, but he is finding a real consistency in his game.”

Musialowski’s Previous Struggles

It had long been a weakness of Musialowski’s that he allowed himself to drift in and out of games, with concerns over his application off the ball. But as one of the most experienced players in the U21s squad – and often, as the 5-2 loss to Blackpool showed, one of few proven attacking options – he looks to have stepped up.

That this comes in the wake of a proposed transfer falling through could suggest a wakeup call for the teenager, who is not regularly involved in first-team training. The likelihood is that he departs Liverpool, either in January or next summer when his contract runs out, but perhaps his new outlook could catch the eye of senior staff before then.

Musialowski’s Future at Liverpool

Musialowski’s future at Liverpool remains uncertain, but his recent performances have been impressive. He has shown a commitment to every phase of the game and has been able to find real consistency in his play. His ability to dribble past most defenders is undeniable, and if he continues to perform at this level he may be able to catch the eye of senior staff before his contract expires in 2024.

It remains to be seen whether Musialowski will stay at Liverpool or move on to another club, but one thing is certain: he has risen to the challenge and is buying in.