The Academy Show: James Balagizi | Liverpool's Latest Professional

Rounding up all what’s been going on at Kirkby, the Academy Show is back once more!

Join Matt Addison and Guy Clarke as they look through the latest developments, from a feisty 5-3 win for the U23s over Manchester United on Friday night to disappointment for the U18s on Saturday.

Plus they examine the prospects of James Balagizi, fresh from putting pen to paper on his first professional deal, as well as touching on Tom Hill sustaining a long-term injury, before getting onto the ‘One to Watch’.

This time around Matt profiles new signing Melkamu Frauendorf following his recent move from German outfit Hoffenheim. Enjoy.

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00:00-05:50: U23s Manchester United 3-5 Liverpool
05:51-09:12: Ben Woodburn and Liam Millar in need of move away
09:13-11:03: Rhys Williams debut in Carabao Cup at Lincoln
11:04-14:08:U18s Liverpool 1-3 Manchester City
14:09-17:45: Billy Koumetio back in U18s group
17:46-20:34: Talking points from U23s & U18s start to the season
20:35-24:05: James Balagizi signs first professional contract
24:06-26:44: Tom Hill suffers training ground knee injury
26:45-31:14: One to watch – Melkamu Frauendorf

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