Barry Lewtas has singled out the qualities of Tom Clayton for his high level of consistency and leadership on and off the pitch.
The Scotland U21 international was one of the standout performers last weekend as he captained a youthful Liverpool U23s side, who held an experienced Manchester City outfit to a goalless draw in their Premier League 2 opener.
Lewtas’ charges are back in action in the division tonight when they face Everton in the mini-derby at Southport FC’s Pure Stadium.
Clayton is sure to feature in the 7pm BST kick-off, and the U23s boss is a real admirer of the 20-year-old’s talents.