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It was nice when he first came that I had a familiar face, and it made me feel more comfortable with the lads straight away.”

Saturday’s match was a feisty Lancashire derby, and Rhys stepped up to lead the defensive line, a responsibility he has been developing since his time with Liverpool, playing with the likes of Virgil van Dijk.

“I think that leadership is something that my manager wanted me to do more and more as I grew into the team.



But I definitely take the vocal side of things from Virg because it helps me as well as the boys in front of me.

You can put them in positions where it helps you, helps them, so it’s definitely something I have taken from him.”

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With the immediate goal of securing Morecambe’s League Two status, Rhys remains focused but also has his eyes on his long-term career.

“As footballers, we all have aspirations to play at the highest levels possible.

But I just want to get back to the top where I played and hopefully, I can get back to it.”

Lastly, reflecting on his time at Liverpool, Rhys acknowledged the surreal nature of his partnership with Nat Phillips, during the club’s injury crisis.
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The way it came around meant that I didn’t have enough time to think or get nervous.

I do look back at the memories fondly, and it’s definitely something I aspire to get back to.”

Rhys’ journey continues as he looks to build confidence, minutes, and form- all while contributing to the club’s survival battle in League Two.

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