Why Liverpool might not need Zubimendi after all

As the dust settles with the summer transfer window shut, the reality sets in that Liverpool are still short of a Defensive Midfield cover as they head into the 2024/25 season proper.

It almost seems like ages ago that a certain Spaniard midfielder, Martin Zubimendi  loomed large over Liverpool after turning down the Reds to stay with boyhood club, Real Sociedad.

The Spanish midfielder was touted as the ideal addition to bolster Liverpool’s midfield under new boss Arne Slot. But with the deal falling through, many fans were left wondering if the club had missed out on a key piece of the puzzle.

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However, a new narrative is emerging among the Liverpool faithful: perhaps the answer to their midfield needs was already at Anfield all along. Enter Tyler Morton, the 21-year-old who quietly impressed on loan at Hull City last season. Morton’s performances have sparked a wave of excitement among fans who believe that he could be the hidden gem Liverpool has been looking for.

With three goals and five assists under his belt during his stint in the Championship, Morton showcased a blend of vision, passing accuracy, and an eye for goal that has drawn comparisons to the best in the business. And while concerns linger about his defensive game, fans are eager to see how he develops under Slot’s guidance.

Social media buzz has made it clear: Liverpool might not need to look further than their own academy for the perfect midfield solution. As Morton gears up for the new season, the question isn’t whether he can fill Zubimendi’s shoes—it’s whether he can carve out his own legacy in the heart of Liverpool’s midfield.

With Champions League ambitions and domestic glory on the line, all eyes are now on Morton to see if he can seize the moment and prove that Liverpool’s faith in homegrown talent is well-placed.