Liverpool forward Lewis Koumas will spend the season at Stoke City. (Credit: Stoke City FC)
Liverpool forward Lewis Koumas will spend the season at Stoke City. (Credit: Stoke City FC)

View: Liverpool youth star could force his way into Arne Slot's plans after EFL loan

Declan Carr

Senior Correspondent AUTHORITY Senior sports journalist with experience at Sports Mole and VAVEL; Masters graduate from Liverpool John Moores University. FOCUS Breaking news, long-form analysis, and club-level insight across the Breaking Media network. THE INSIGHT Declan utilises a network of club and industry contacts to deliver verified, high-speed reporting. He provides the depth behind the headlines — from breaking news to analytical deep-dives — to ensure fans get the full story as it happens.

Published on

Liverpool loanee Lewis Koumas scored his fourth goal of the season for Stoke City in the loss to Sunderland on Saturday.

The 19-year-old has appeared in 21 matches for the Potters so far this campaign, making 14 starts and notching six goal contributions in all competitions, and was also handed his first cap for the Wales national team in September.

The Welsh international is making the most of his first taste of regular senior football and if he continues in this vein of form, Arne Slot could be forced to give him a first-team chance next season.

Liverpool gem Lewis Koumas continues to shine

The teenager enjoyed a fairytale senior debut for the Reds when he scored in the 3-0 FA Cup fifth-round win against Southampton last season.

That was the crowning achievement of a campaign that saw the youngster notch 15 goals and six assists across 24 matches at youth level.

He has impressed so far on loan in the Championship, with his goal on Saturday (7 September) possibly the most outstanding moment yet.

Liverpool youngster Lewis Koumas
Liverpool and Wales midfielder Lewis Koumas [Credit: Imago]

The Reds loanee broke down the right-hand side, timing his run perfectly to avoid being offside to latch onto a long ball.

His initial effort was saved but the Welsh forward showed remarkable composure to bend the rebound into the far corner with a stunning creative finish.

Slot will have no doubt been made aware of the five-cap Wales international's latest exploit and he could find himself in the head coach's plans when his loan spell is completed.

For more Liverpool news, follow us on Facebook or join our brand new WhatsApp Channel for instant updates to be sent straight to your phone.

www.liverpoolnews247.com