Liverpool confirms departures of academy players, includes Champions League hero
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Liverpool announced the release of a dozen players following the expiration of their contracts this month, including seven academy players. Among them is Oakley Cannonier, who shot to fame for his role in the memorable Champions League comeback against Barcelona in 2019. Cannonier, now 22, has struggled with injuries and had previously sought more playing time elsewhere, including a trial with Leeds in 2025. Contract offers were made to several players, while the club thanked the departing squad members for their contributions.
- •Liverpool confirmed a dozen player departures this summer.
- •Oakley Cannonier was notable for his role in the 2019 Champions League comeback.
- •Cannonier has faced injuries and aims for more game time at a new club.
- •Contract offers were extended to several other academy players.
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"Liverpool have confirmed the names of a dozen players who’ll leave Anfield this month upon expiry of their contracts, including an unlikely hero from one of the club’s greatest night of modern tim...
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