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Liverpool to Recall James McConnell From Ajax as January Loan Is Cut Short

Limited minutes in Amsterdam trigger a January return that leaves Liverpool weighing development plans for the 21-year-old midfielder.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report Ajax and Liverpool have agreed to end the season-long loan early, with McConnell expected back at Anfield in January.
  • McConnell logged only seven appearances and around 219 minutes, with his opportunities shrinking after John Heitinga’s dismissal in early November.
  • West Brom, Derby County, Oxford United and Swansea City are cited as potential destinations if Liverpool arrange a fresh short-term move.
  • Liverpool must consider FA Cup usage because an appearance would invoke the two-club rule and prevent another loan for the rest of the season.
  • McConnell signed a new five-year Liverpool contract before joining Ajax, and Dutch reports indicate Ajax will look for a more experienced holding midfielder next month.