Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has showered praise on Wales international Harry Wilson following his side's penalty shootout defeat at the hands of Arsenal in the Carabao Cup fourth round - but the winger is still likely to leave Anfield.
Wilson made his first competitive start for the Reds for just over three years against the Gunners, and impressed in a largely unfamiliar role at the heart of midfield.
However, the 23-year old's night ended in bitter disappointment as he missed the decisive spot kick in the resulting shootout.
It could well be the last time we see Wilson in a Liverpool shirt, with an exit this summer looking increasingly likely.
Burnley appear to be leading the race, having reportedly already submitted a bid believed to be worth around £16m.
That offer is seemingly some way short of Liverpool's asking price, which is believed to be nearer to £20m.
Nevertheless, an exit seems likely before the October 5 deadline, despite Klopp lavishing praise on the Wales international.
“Harry Wilson, my God, he played in centre-mid and defended well," he said after the game. "I like a lot of parts of the game but we lost in the end and that's the part I don't like.
“It is not too easy in a squad like this but they learn and want to learn and they are able to perform in a tricky game today.
“It was tricky not only because they were young but because their manager sends them on to the pitch in a team which doesn't usually play together.”
Wales youngster Neco Williams also played in the match after coming in for social media criticism after a mistake against Lincoln in the last round.
Williams blacked out his social media channels following the abuse but was back in the team last night.
Klopp said: "Neco had one or two (difficult) moments but had a really good game, don't forget he played against Nicolas Pepe."
