Tyler Morton Makes Long-Awaited Return to Liverpool Training
After four months out due to a broken foot, Tyler Morton made his return to Liverpool training on Tuesday. The 20-year-old midfielder had been on loan with Blackburn in the Championship before his injury, and is now being considered for his next step.
Morton’s Injury and Return to Training
Morton returned to the AXA Training Centre for treatment before embarking on his post-season holiday, later reporting back to Merseyside for training. He was not involved in first-team trips to Germany and Singapore, but this week saw him make his long-awaited return to training, taking part in a session as Liverpool begin preparations for the clash at Newcastle.
Morton was part of a 31-man squad working in the sunshine on Merseyside, with the majority of those who started the 3-1 win over Bournemouth taking in a lighter workload. He warmed up with his team-mates as Jurgen Klopp and his staff watched on, and was among those pictured involved in small-sided drills with the ball. It is likely that Liverpool’s medical team are still overseeing a buildup of intensity for the youngster, whose time out requires a cautious approach to recovery.
Plans for Morton’s Future
Upon his return, though, it appears there are plans in place to send Morton out for another loan spell this season. Earlier this month, journalist Darren Witcoop reported that the midfielder is attracting interest from the Championship, while Neil Jones has added that clubs abroad are also monitoring.
It had been expected at one stage that Morton would join Klopp’s senior ranks at Liverpool this season, but that seems to have shifted. With Liverpool still hoping to bring in another midfielder before the end of the transfer window, competition for places would not allow the academy graduate enough minutes to develop.
Conclusion
Tyler Morton’s return to training is a welcome sight for Liverpool fans, as the 20-year-old midfielder had been out due to injury for four months. While it appears that he will be sent out on loan this season, it is likely that Liverpool’s medical team are still overseeing a buildup of intensity for the youngster, whose time out requires a cautious approach to recovery.