Meet the Academy... Corey Whelan
Our latest Meet the Academy feature provides an interesting lowdown on U18s defender Corey Whelan as he develops his trade at Liverpool's youth complex in Kirkby.
A versatile and composed figure at the back, the 17-year-old is capable of playing at centre-half or on the right side and has gained great experience this season in the UEFA Youth League.
In our exclusive Q&A below, Whelan reveals the noble cause he would pursue if he was not in football, the musician he would most like to meet and his best Reds moment to date...
Date of birth
December 10, 1997
Place of birth
Chester
Position
Centre-back
First team you played for?
Crewe Alexandra
When did you join Liverpool?
U10s
Who was your idol growing up?
Steven Gerrard
Who did you support growing up?
Liverpool
Favourite sport other than football?
Tennis
Favourite subject at school?
Physical Education
If you were not a footballer, what job would you like to do?
Work in the emergency services
Person you'd like to meet?
Drake
Favourite holiday destination?
Mallorca
Who is the most skilful player at your level?
Ryan Kent
What has been the highlight of your Liverpool career so far?
Signing a scholarship
Describe Liverpool in one word...
Passionate
Ultimate dream in football?
To play at the top level