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From Street Football to Liverpool U19: Sonni-Lambie's Rise
28 Nov
Summary
- Josh Sonni-Lambie joined Liverpool's academy later than most.
- He has scored 10 goals in 18 appearances this season.
- Sonni-Lambie signed his first professional contract in February.
Liverpool's youth academy features promising talents like striker Josh Sonni-Lambie, who joined the club's ranks later than most. His formative years playing street football in London have instilled a flair for skills and taking on defenders, traits that are still prominent in his current game for the club.
Sonni-Lambie's progression has been rapid since joining the under-14s. He made his under-18 debut at 16 and has since become a prolific scorer, netting 10 goals in 18 appearances across various competitions this season. His impressive performances earned him his first professional contract in February, highlighting his potential.
Despite a challenging UEFA Youth League match against PSV where scoring opportunities were scarce, Sonni-Lambie's intelligent movement and flashes of skill were noted. He recently scored his first European goal against Galatasaray and has also featured for the under-21s, underscoring his growing importance within Liverpool's youth setup.
