By Blackburn Rovers FC
Rovers are delighted to announce the season-long loan signing of Liverpool midfielder Tyler Morton.
The 19-year-old becomes Jon Dahl Tomasson’s second summer signing, following the permanent capture of Barnsley full-back Callum Brittain, who made his Rovers debut in Saturday’s 1-0 victory over QPR.
An England Under-20 international, Morton broke onto the scene last season at Liverpool, who claimed a domestic cup double, whilst also finishing as runners-up in both the Premier League and Champions League.
The talented teenager, who signed a long-term contract at Anfield in January 2021, has been at Liverpool since the age of seven, making his Under-23s debut during the 2020-21 season.
He made his first team breakthrough last term, making his Liverpool debut in a 3-0 victory away to Norwich City in the Carabao Cup, before starting his first game for the club in the fourth round victory away to Preston North End.
The all-action midfielder, who can operate in both deep and attacking areas of the pitch, then started back-to-back Champions League ties against FC Porto and AC Milan, helping the Reds to victory in both games, before being handed his full Premier League debut in the 2-2 draw away to Tottenham Hotspur last December.
Morton, who has made nine appearances for Jurgen Klopp’s star-studded side, follows in the footsteps of Harvey Elliott and Leighton Clarkson in making loan moves from Anfield to Ewood Park, and will enhance Rovers’ options in the centre of midfield.
Rovers’ Director of Football Gregg Broughton said: “We have had to wait patiently for Tyler, as he has been so close to Liverpool’s first team for the whole of pre-season, but after seeing what he did in some big games for Liverpool last year, we believe he was worth waiting for.
“Strategically we knew we needed to add another central midfielder to the squad for this season and a loan suited us ideally to ensure we didn’t block the medium-term pathways of some of our own young midfielders who have done so well for us over the last eight weeks.
“We are very grateful to Liverpool for trusting us with the continued development of a player who is rated so highly at the club.”
Morton, who will train with his new team-mates for the first time tomorrow, is eligible to play for Rovers in both cup competitions this season, but not in any game against his parent club.
Looking forward to seeing Tyler Morton in action at Ewood Park this season? Buy a 2022-23 Season Ticket today by clicking here.
For those who joined us for Saturday’s great win against QPR, you can now get a full refund on your match ticket when you purchase a 2022-23 Season Ticket. Visit the Roverstore at Ewood Park or call the Ticket Office on 01254 372000 for more information.
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Welcome, Tyler!