Arne Slot’s Liverpool have spent big this summer on talents like Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, and Hugo Ekitike, but while the new arrivals have lifted excitement around Anfield, fans are starting to worry that one departure could soon haunt the club.

The Reds began their Premier League title defence with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Bournemouth, yet some supporters can’t shake the feeling that a young midfielder who left Merseyside earlier this month should have been part of the squad.

That player is 22-year-old academy product Tyler Morton, who swapped Liverpool for French side Lyon in a £15 million move after Slot deemed him surplus to requirements. Despite progressing through the youth ranks and earning England U21 caps, Morton was restricted to just 14 senior outings in a red shirt, spending recent seasons on loan at Blackburn and Hull City.

🔴 A Bright Start in France
Since arriving at Lyon, Morton has wasted no time in making an impression. He debuted in a 1-0 win over Lens before producing a standout performance against Metz, where he registered 84 touches, three progressive passes, and won all four of his ground duels. His efforts earned him the Man of the Match award and immediate praise from Les Gones supporters.

“Hi Olympique Lyonnais fans, I’m really grateful for being selected as Man of the Match. Thank you for the warm welcome – I can’t wait for the season ahead!” Morton said after his award-winning display.

💬 Fans Voice Concerns
Back on Merseyside, Liverpool fans fear the club may have made a mistake. Many pointed out that the squad lacks a natural No.6 to protect the back four, with some insisting that Morton deserved more time to break into the first team.

One supporter posted:

> “We should have added a buy-back clause. He could have been the answer to our holding midfield problem.”



Another echoed the sentiment:

> “We’re going to regret this. He’s already showing the qualities we’re missing.”



For Slot, who became just the fifth manager to win the Premier League title in his debut season, the decision to part ways with Morton might not raise questions now. But if the youngster continues to shine in Ligue 1 and earns a senior England call-up under Thomas Tuchel, Liverpool could soon be wondering if they let a gem slip through their fingers.