Liverpool are closing in on a surprise reunion to shore up their U21 squad this summer. Former academy midfielder Patrik Farkas is currently in advanced talks over a return to Merseyside, having spent the summer on an extended trial at the AXA Training Centre.
The 19-year-old Hungarian youngster is currently a free agent following the expiration of his contract at Blackburn Rovers.
While an agreement on wider terms is still being ironed out before he signs the paper, according to reporter Bence Bocsak expectations are growing that a deal will be struck to bring the versatile midfielder back into the fold under new U21s boss Rob Page.
Farkas originally wore the Liverbird on his chest after moving from Hungarian outfit Kecskemeti TE back in 2021. He departed for Ewood Park a year later at U16 level to pursue first-team pathways, but now finds himself back where it all began hoping to earn a permanent place in the Reds’ reshaped development structure.
Pre-Season proving ground
For Farkas, this summer isn't just about rekindling old memories; it’s been a trial by fire. He’s played a prominent role in Rob Page’s pre-season preparations, demonstrating a work ethic and versatility that hasn't gone unnoticed.
The teenager showed his adaptable nature by operating as a makeshift No. 9 during the first half of a breathless 4-3 defeat to Cardiff City at Kirkby, before putting in another solid shift in a 2-2 draw against Huddersfield Town.
Known primarily as a hard-working central midfielder who thrives on covering ground and winning defensive duels, Farkas represents a safe, low-risk, high-reward piece of squad depth.
His ability to plug multiple gaps across the park makes him a particularly useful tool for Page, who faces a massive summer overhaul in the U21 engine room following several high-profile departures. Why the U21s need cover:
- Tommy Pilling has completed a move to Slovakian side MFK Zemplin Michalovce.
- Luca Stephenson has departed for Bolton Wanderers.
- James Balagizi, Kareem Ahmed, and Oakley Cannonier were all released at the end of their contracts, with Cannonier since making a surprise move to Singapore outfit Hougang United.
With the U21s kicking off their Premier League 2 campaign with a local clash away at Everton on Friday, August 21, securing reliable depth in the middle of the park is becoming a priority.
f Farkas completes his return to Anfield, it won't just be a familiar training ground welcoming him back it'll be a family affair.
Patrik’s younger brother, Erik Farkas, is already making waves in the club's youth setup. The highly-rated 16-year-old midfielder officially joined this summer’s intake of first-year scholars and is already turning heads for Marc Bridge-Wilkinson’s U18 side.
Erik stole the show in a recent pre-season friendly, bagging a brace in a commanding 4-1 victory over Swansea City at the AXA.
While a family connection never guarantees a contract at a club like Liverpool, having a brother already firmly embedded in the academy adds an extra layer to a potential return.
The step up from Blackburn’s youth ranks and non-league loan spells to senior football at Anfield is steep.
However, as far as academy administration goes, this is a sensible, grounded piece of business. Liverpool gain a physical, industrious midfielder who understands the culture of the club, requires zero adaptation time, and helps fill a glaring void left by summer departures.
For the player, the motivation is simple: a second chance at an elite academy, elite coaching, and a platform to push his career to the next level alongside his brother. Expect this one to be wrapped up once the final financial details are settled.
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