Earlier this season, we caught up with Rovers Under-18s winger Sam Durrant, to get to know the second year scholar a little better …
SAM DURRANT
Position: Left or right wing
DOB: 16/02/2002
Former clubs: Everton and Liverpool
How long have you been at Rovers:
I’ve been here since I started my scholarship, so almost two years now.
Best thing about being at Rovers:
The fact that the games we play are competitive and we get to play some of the best Academies in the country.
Club you support:
I’m a Tranmere Rovers supporter. I live on the Wirral, so that’s where it comes from.
Football superstitions:
My socks have to be quite low. I can’t play when they’re uncomfortable.
Best friend in football:
I have quite a lot here – Jalil (Saadi) and Enzo (Boyomo) are the two I get on with the best.
Idol growing up:
Philippe Coutinho. He has tight control and is technically very good.
Describe yourself as a player:
I try to be creative and I enjoy dribbling.
Highlight of your career:
I scored the winning goal in a final against Juventus when I was at Liverpool.
Hopes for the season:
I want to get as many goals and assists as I can and also to play for the Under-23s.