14 Jul 2017 09:48:41
Have to say I do like the look of Grujic. He showed last pre-season that he has a real eye for goal, and it was a pity he suffered the injuries he had.
He has started well this time too, and is obviously fit after featuring for the Serbian U23s this summer.
We're reading about all kinds of midfielders we could sign, but don't forget about who we already have.
I think - and hope - Grujic gets plenty of pitch time this season.
14 Jul 2017 10:26:31
He has everything to be a great player, hopefully he gets a good few games under his belt this season to start getting used to the power and pace of the English game because in the couple of games he got last year before the injury he was caught in possession a lot by holding onto the ball too long (a lot like Can to begin with) .
It would be really nice to see one of these young, potential stars signed from abroad actually make it with us!
14 Jul 2017 10:32:27
Completely agree mate. I know almost everyone wants Keita, but for me Liverpool need to decide the futures of Allan, Grujic, Ejaria, Chirivella, Lucas and Stewart first.
They are all good enough to be squad players for the first team, so there really isn't room for another centre mid until at least 3 of them are sold or loaned. Personally I'd be holding on to Chirivella, Grujic and Ejaria as they are good enough to play senior football, but young enough to still play U23's when they're not picked and need to stay sharp. Allan won't get a permit, Lucas is at a stage where he wants to play and Stewart is at a stage where he needs to play.
I really don't see the need for midfielders though. With Coutinho, Henderson, Can, Lallana and Wijnaldum all competing for the starting roles, we are well stocked and if we want a different option, we should look to or own younger lads before signing somebody elses 22 year olds.