Liverpool’s academy is an integral part of the club’s identity, but an issue with the youth approach has been raised by Robbie Fowler — and it’s a fair point.

One of the most famous academy products in Liverpool’s history, Fowler knows what it’s like to rise through the ranks.

Youth development is a key activity for any club, but there has always been an emphasis on it as part of the Liverpool way.

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There is a worrying trend developing, though. Fowler thinks something needs to change.

A Scouser himself, Fowler sees the link between the club and the city as pivotal to any success Liverpool might enjoy.

He is concerned with the lack of local talent being recruited.

Curtis Jones is the only one left in the first-team after Trent Alexander-Arnold left for Real Madrid in the summer, and there are no obvious prospects coming through.

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Appearing on The Smith Bros show on deadline day, Fowler discussed the pressure on Florian Wirtz, before turning his attention to the academy.

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