33-goal striker known for his role in Liverpool’s Champion...

According to a report from The Athletic, the club’s most recent move is to trial Oakley Cannonier, a forward from

Liverpool’s youth, at their Thorp Arch training facility.

As a ball boy during Liverpool’s historic 4-0 Champions League comeback against Barcelona in 2019, Cannonier

garnered media attention. He solidified his spot in one of Liverpool’s most memorable footballing moments with his

fast thinking at that crucial moment, which resulted in Trent Alexander-Arnold’s quick corner assist for Divock

Origi’s game-winning goal.

The teenage attacker made his U18 Premier League debut in 2020 and has since maintained his impressive play in

the younger divisions. With notable performances like a spectacular four-goal haul against his old team, Leeds

United, and a final 2021–22 season in which he finished as the U18 Premier League’s top scorer with 28 goals,

Cannonier has been a prolific goal scorer, totalling 33 goals and five assists in 37 games for

Although Leeds has had trouble acquiring a player this transfer window, Daniel Farke recently stated that the team is

still looking at ways to bolster important areas, with an emphasis on the centre-back, attacking midfielder, and

striker positions. Jack Harrison’s loan at Everton has been connected to a move to get him back. Another former

Liverpool player who has recently been linked to a move to the Yorkshire club is Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.

Cannonier appears to be another option in their mind as his trial provides Leeds with an opportunity to evaluate

whether the young forward could bring value to their attacking lineup.

Despite not having made a senior appearance for Liverpool, his impressive goal-scoring record and valuable

experience in youth competitions highlight his potential.

Cannonier, who began playing football at Leeds before joining Liverpool at the age of 11, finds personal meaning in

the trial as well.

Leeds fans, who hope the youthful striker can bring new vitality to their attack as they aim to secure a return to the

Premier League, would undoubtedly be excited by his possible return to Yorkshire.

Leeds supporters will be closely monitoring the trial to see if Cannonier can land a long-term deal and help the team

return to the top division.

33-goal striker known for his role in Liverpool’s Champions League win vs Barcelona linked with move to Leeds – report