The young forward of Liverpool's U19 team, Will Wright, is eyeing a spot in the first team and aims to learn from established talents like Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike.
This week, Wright captained his side in a thrilling match against LASK, leading them to a stunning 4-2 comeback victory after being two goals down at half-time. The Merseysiders were facing a daunting task, but Wright’s determined display turned the tide.
Wright netted an impressive hat-trick and delivered an assist for Luka Eden, bringing his tally to nine goals in just eight matches this season.
Despite his impressive goal-scoring record, the rising star wants to develop a more rounded game.
‘I started the season well, and now I need to keep that momentum going. This was my first hat-trick for the club. I’m definitely a goalscorer, but I want to become a more versatile player,’ said Wright.
Later that same day, he watched the senior Liverpool team in action as they triumphed 6-3 against LASK in the Champions League. Fellow academy graduate Lewis Kumas started the match and scored his first goal in the tournament, showcasing the talent pool Liverpool has nurtured.
Wright cites Kumas, Luke Chambers, and James McConnell as role models, stressing the importance of hard work to secure a first-team opportunity.
‘I need to keep working as hard as Lewis, and the others – Chambo [Luke Chambers] and James McConnell. When they return, I can ask them how things operate there. They all say hard work is key. That’s the level we need to strive for,’ he added.
The young attacker also shared what drives him to improve daily. His ambition is to train alongside the first team, soaking in the experience from top strikers.
‘My main motivation is to get into the first team, train alongside them, and learn from players like Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike,’ Wright emphasised.
Wright prefers a direct style of play that sees him making runs behind defenders and competing fiercely. He attributes this approach to his early days in amateur football, where he had to adapt to uneven playing surfaces.
‘I like strikers who play directly, constantly making those runs behind defenders and always competing. I think that describes me well. I grew up playing amateur football on bumpy pitches, which taught me to adjust to different conditions,’ he explained.
He also expressed his gratitude for the training facilities at Liverpool’s academy, recognising that having access to quality pitches and modern infrastructure is a privilege not to be taken for granted.
