Alvin Ayman Shines in Unofficial Debut for Liverpool U18s
Liverpool’s newly signed midfielder, Alvin Ayman, made his unofficial debut on Friday, impressing in a friendly match against the Robbie Fowler Academy. Ayman, who arrived from Wolves this summer, completed his transfer to Liverpool last week after a lengthy review process. The 16-year-old started in central midfield and showcased his skills throughout the game.
Ayman’s natural position has been a topic of discussion, as he was deployed as a centre-back during his time at Wolves. However, it is expected that he will settle as a midfielder at Liverpool. His bright performance in the friendly match demonstrates his ability to adapt to his new role.
The Liverpool U18s dominated the game, going 3-0 up early on with goals from Fola Onanuga, Joe Bradshaw, and captain Lucas Pitt. Although the Robbie Fowler Academy managed to score a goal before the break, Liverpool extended their lead with two more goals from striker Josh Sonni-Lambie and another from attacker Kareem Ahmed, sealing a 6-1 victory.
This win comes as a much-needed boost for Liverpool’s U18s, who had a tough start to the campaign with four consecutive defeats. The addition of Ayman is a major positive for the team, especially since coach Marc Bridge-Wilkinson has been lacking in midfield options in their previous matches against Derby, Middlesbrough, Arsenal, and Man United.
Ayman’s arrival brings much-needed quality to the team, joining other talented players such as Onanuga, Ryan Cowley, Scofield Lonmeni, and Joe Upton. If Ayman continues to progress as expected, he may be fast-tracked through the ranks at Liverpool.
The Liverpool U18s will face Blackburn in their next competitive match on September 14 at the AXA Training Centre. Ayman is likely to start in that clash and could potentially be joined by fellow 16-year-old signing, Rio Ngumoha, as the U21s’ next game is scheduled for September 22.
Overall, Ayman’s impressive debut for Liverpool’s U18s highlights his potential and the impact he can have on the team. Liverpool fans can look forward to seeing more of Ayman’s talent as he continues to develop and contribute to the club’s success.