Trey Nyoni
LIV
Center Midfielder
Box-to-Box
Jun 30, 2007 (19)
Right
5'11"
165 lb
Creates chance
Nyoni registered two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Brentford.
Analysis: Nyoni created a chance during Saturday's win, and is now set for a large role in the first team. Dominik Szoboszlai went down injured and left Nyoni as one of the top three midfielders available for Liverpool moving forward. That means Nyoni should get the chance to compete for a consistent role in the center of the park during a busy part of the schedule.
Steps up to England U21s
Nyoni has been called up to the England U21 squad for the remainder of the international camp, according to the England national team.
Analysis: Nyoni steps up to the U21 squad after playing 90 minutes against Italy U20s and 60 minutes against France U20s, providing an assist in the latter match. The midfielder has been used primarily as a substitute at club level this season, logging 38 minutes across three Premier League appearances and another 62 minutes in the Carabao Cup against Tottenham. His first U21 call-up represents another step in his international development despite his limited senior minutes at club level.
Appears off bench
Nyoni recorded no stats in Friday's 2-0 victory versus Ipswich Town.
Analysis: Nyoni came off the bench Friday, and did little in the final 10 minutes. What's more important is that Nyoni continues to be involved in the first team. Liverpool decided not to sell Nyoni at the deadline publicly stating that he's a big part of the team this season. Nyoni should continue to get chances, especially once cup competitions kick off.
Brief cameo off bench
Nyoni recorded no stats in Wednesday's 2-0 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain.
Analysis: Nyoni came off the bench late in Wednesday's 2-0 loss against PSG, making a brief appearance in stoppage time as he continues to gain experience at the senior level. The Englishman remains a versatile and promising option in midfield, capable of playing in central areas or in a more advanced role, and could see increased minutes toward the end of the season if the Reds have little left to play for.
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