Leighton Clarkson Joins Aberdeen on Permanent Deal
Liverpool midfielder Leighton Clarkson has sealed a move to Aberdeen on a permanent deal, ending his 15-year association with the Reds. After spending last season on loan at Pittodrie, Aberdeen have confirmed that Clarkson will join them permanently on a four-year deal.
Background of Leighton Clarkson
Leighton Clarkson is a 21-year-old midfielder who has been with Liverpool since he was six years old. He has made three senior appearances between 2019 and 2020 and was in a matchday squad for Jurgen Klopp on a further nine occasions. He is one of several youngsters who will be moved on this summer as he was not deemed an option for the Reds’ first team and had just one year left on his contract.
Impressive Performance at Aberdeen
Clarkson impressed under two managers at Aberdeen, Jim Goodwin then Barry Robson, winning the club’s Young Player of the Year award in his first season there. He contributed six goals and eight assists last season which saw him attract interest from the Championship, but he has chosen to return to Scotland, becoming the first player to move permanently from Liverpool to Aberdeen since George Scott in 1965.
Clarkson’s Departure from Liverpool
Clarkson leaves after 15 years at the club and his departure follows confirmed loan moves for Calvin Ramsay (Preston) and goalkeeper Harvey Davies (Crewe). Despite qualifying as a homegrown player, a type of player the Reds need more of in their squad, he was always likely to be sold by Liverpool this summer.
Conclusion
Leighton Clarkson has now sealed a permanent move to Aberdeen after 15 years with Liverpool. He impressed under two managers at Aberdeen, winning the club’s Young Player of the Year award in his first season there. He contributed six goals and eight assists last season which saw him attract interest from the Championship, but he has chosen to return to Scotland, becoming the first player to move permanently from Liverpool to Aberdeen since George Scott in 1965. All the best, Leighton!