Can Ngumoha's Special Talent Help Liverpool Overcome PSG?

Liverpool's £440m summer investment has yet to yield the desired results, but a 17-year-old academy product has brought new life to their struggling season. The question now is whether this young star can inspire a historic Champions League comeback against Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield. With coach Arne Slot's future potentially hanging in the balance, Ngumoha's recent goal and performance against Fulham have given him a selection headache. Ngumoha became Liverpool's youngest Premier League goalscorer at Anfield, and his display has rekindled hope for a top-five finish and a Champions League spot next season. Despite his impressive showing, Jamie Redknapp believes Ngumoha might be more effective as a substitute against PSG. 'If Slot starts him, I wouldn't be surprised,' Redknapp said. 'I think the midfield that finished the game against Fulham, with Mac Allister, Gravenberch, and Szoboszlai, has a good balance.' Redknapp suggests that if Hugo Ekitike starts up front, Florian Wirtz could play on the left, with Mohamed Salah on the right. 'That lineup has a nice shape to it, reminiscent of last year. You've got Alexander Isak and Rio to bring off the bench, which gives you a bit of X factor.' Redknapp, who has known Ngumoha since he was seven, attributes the youngster's success to his natural talent and dedication. 'Everybody could see his potential. He has a natural X factor,' Redknapp revealed. 'He used to train with my son at Chelsea, and it was staggering to see his ability.' Ngumoha's rise to the first team has been swift, having joined Liverpool from Chelsea in 2024. Redknapp praised the youngster's work ethic and the influence of his older brother, who has been instrumental in his development. 'He's got great experienced players around him, like Andy Robertson. I'm delighted to see him doing so well. He's a good young man, and it's amazing to see him thrive.'