Ryan Sessegnon reveals he supported Liverpool as a youngster

Fulham and England prodigy Ryan Sessegnon has revealed he supported Liverpool as a kid, and that Steven Gerrard was his favourite player.

Sessegnon has scored once and assisted twice in his last three games for Fulham, shining in what has been a difficult season thus far for the Cottagers.

The England under-21 international is one of the most highly-rated teenagers in world football and was previously tracked by the Reds.

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Liverpool tracked the youngster 18 months ago before opting to move for the cheaper option in Andy Robertson, who has since gone on to establish himself as a key player.

Appearing on BT Sport’s ‘What I Wore’ series, Sessegnon spoke of watching videos of Steven Gerrard during his childhood and showed few signs that his admiration has declined.

He said: “I remember watching videos of Gerrard number 17, there was one goal I remember that he scored against Everton at Goodison Park (in 2001/02).”

“It was a screamer, a right-footed shot. That’s why I remember this kit.

Asked if he had a favourite Liverpool kit, Sessegnon said: “Yeah, I did. It was this one (2008/09 kit). Where did I wear it? Near my house to play football.

“I always supported Liverpool so my dad bought me the Gerrard top, he was my favourite player.”

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