The England youth international won his first game for the Rams in December, and became the club’s fourth youngest ever player
Liverpool have completed the signing of 16-year-old Derby County midfielder Kaide Gordon, the Championship club have confirmed.
Derby said the two clubs had reached an “unpublished compensation agreement” for the England youth international, who made his debut for the Rams in December.
Gordon came on as a substitute against Birmingham, becoming the fourth youngest player to emerge for the Derby first team.
Who is Kaide Gordon?
Kaide Gordon is regarded as one of England’s top talents in his age group, having been named Player of the Season at Derby County last term.
Gordon has turned out for the Derby Under-18 side over the past two seasons, and has scored three goals in five U18 goals in the Premier League this season.
The teenager joined Derby at the age of six and spent 10 years with the club before moving to Anfield.
What has Wayne Rooney said about Gordon?
Derby County head coach Wayne Rooney was asked about Gordon last week and confirmed the teenager would be moving to Anfield.
“Kaide is a great player. I introduced him to the squad because he showed the qualities I want,” Rooney said.
“It simply came to our notice then. As usual when a player does not register, if any of the major clubs in the Premier League come in, it is very difficult to deny the player that opportunity.
“There has been an offer for Kaide [from Derby] because before I have been in this position. He did not sign it for any reason. Liverpool have become aware of that and stepped in.
“Once a team like Liverpool comes in for one of your players it’s hard to turn that down.
“To improve it, of course I would like him to stay at the club, but I understand that once the English heroes come in and want to add your name, it’s hard to deny. ”
What has Gordon said about his move to Liverpool?
Gordon posted twice on Instagram on Friday, once to thank Derby for his decade at the club and another time to look forward to his future with Liverpool.
“I would like to thank everyone at Derby County for the last 10 years,” said Gordon. “Since I applied for the club at the age of 6, I have worn this shirt. wear with pride and I would not be where I am today with the support and guidance of everyone at the club, and all the coaches and medical team who have played an important part in my development over the years.
“I would like to wish everyone at the club every success in the future. “
Will Gordon play for Liverpool’s senior team immediately?
AmasLiverpool-based Jones writer Neil Jones has confirmed that Gordon will join Liverpool’s U23 team and will not immediately be part of Jurgen Klopp’s first-team plans.
Further reading
Liverpool are set to complete the signing of 16-year-old Derby star Kaide Gordon, Rooney confirms (January 28)