

READ MORE: Pep Lijnders has already hinted why Liverpool will undergo another big change this season READ MORE: Liverpool make '€60m informal bid' for Real Madrid star as Thiago Alcantara 'back-up' identified Liverpool over the years have been blessed to have numerous players who have demonstrated that in spades as well as plenty who have displayed above-average intelligence, both on and off the field, but not too many have had as much of both as Craig Johnston. The game of football is of course littered with tales of players who overcame setbacks and challenges before going to enjoy successful careers despite doubts over size, mental resilience and of course ability having being levelled against them.īut when such a scathing assessment is delivered to a 15-year-old who has travelled halfway across the world to pursue his dream, and by a football legend and World Cup winner no less, it’s clear that serious strength of character will be required to bounce back from it.

“You are the worst player I’ve ever seen in my whole life.
