Liverpool's Ndukwe Conundrum: A Work Permit System in Need of Reform? Ifeanyi Ndukwe, an 18 year old defender, has been one of the few bright spots for Liverpool this pre season under new boss Andoni Iraola.
However, his potential to contribute more significantly to the team's success is being thwarted by a quirk of the post Brexit work permit system.
The rules, designed to regulate the influx of foreign players in English football, have created an odd paradox: Ndukwe can only play for Liverpool in friendlies because he cannot meet the required points target to participate in competitive matches.