Game over as Liverpool midfielder decides to leave

The 22-year-old signed a new contract before embarking on a second loan spell with Dundee United in the Scottish top flight.

The versatile midfielder-cum-right-back was even linked with an early return from loan in January when Liverpool were experiencing selection difficulties.

His season has since been curtailed due to a hamstring injury but he was mightily impressive for the Tangerines before that.

Stephenson doesn't believe he can make a breakthrough

Previously linked with Rangers and Celtic it looks like Old Firm interest for now has dried up but that won’t stop Stephenson from seeking pastures new.

“He’s somebody that Rangers did look at and were keeping tabs on, Luca Stephenson, due to his form on loan at Dundee United,” the report reads.

“He’s had his season ended by a new injury at Dundee United, but up until then he was having a fine season for the Tannadice club.

“Long-term, Stephenson is ready to leave Liverpool on a permanent basis.

“He wants to find a permanent home and nail down a place in the starting XI on a regular basis as well, and he doesn’t think he will get that at Liverpool.

“So there are a number of clubs on alert and ready to offer him a move away from Anfield.”

It remains to be seen where Stephenson ends up but let’s hope that Arne Slot and Richard Hughes don’t come to regret their treatment of him.