Kenny Dalglish spent summer sharpening up Liverpool's next big hope

Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish might have lost his job to Brendan Rodgers, but he has been busy working with a man who could play a key role in shaping Rodgers’ future at the club.

Tue, 04 Aug, 2015 - 01:00

Larry Ryan

With Raheem Sterling out of the picture, England U20 winger Jordan Ibe is the young prospect many Liverpool fans have switched their hopes onto.

The teenager has enjoyed an encouraging pre-season with the Reds, including a spectacular strike on tour against a Malasia XI.

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