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Ngumoha Pushes for Minutes as Slot Stands by Cautious Plan After Forest Cameo

The 17-year-old says limited action risks stagnation even as his manager points to his relative game time for his age.

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LONDON, ENGLAND - Thursday, January 8, 2026: Liverpool's substitute Rio Ngumoha during the pre-match warm-up before the FA Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at the Emirates Stadium. The game ended 0-0.(Photo by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)
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Overview

  • Rio Ngumoha’s high-impact substitution in Liverpool’s 1-0 win at Nottingham Forest has intensified calls for the winger to start in the league.
  • Speaking after the match, Ngumoha said he wants more minutes to avoid stagnating and declared himself available to play at any level to keep developing.
  • Arne Slot defended Liverpool’s approach, praising Ngumoha’s potential and noting he has played more Premier League minutes than any other 17-year-old this season.
  • Despite frequent inclusion in squads, Ngumoha has logged roughly 89 Premier League minutes across nine appearances and has yet to start a league match, with 15 appearances in all competitions.
  • Supporters and analysts are urging greater trust, citing low absolute minutes and BBC research placing him 55th all-time for Premier League minutes by players under 18.