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Rio Ngumoha’s display against Wolves has become a talking point after the game, and Stephen Warnock believes it gives the manager something to think about.Liverpool responded well to this FA Cup fixture, especially considering what happened on Tuesday.Ngumoha was one of Liverpool’s best players on the day, backing up calls for him to get more minutes from the start.He made the most of his opportunity, and now Arne Slot has even more reason to consider who should be starting on that left side. Warnock breaks it down.Arne Slot faces decision after Rio Ngumoha’s Wolves performancePhoto by Julian Finney/Getty ImagesDespite still being just 17, Ngumoha’s quality stood out — the pace, skill on the ball and confidence in possession.While there’s still room for growth, according to Slot, he’s already matching or even outperforming Cody Gakpo on some nights.Warnock thinks it’s time for a change.He told BBC Sport after the game: “Rio Ngumoha had a brilliant display tonight.
It was a big opportunity for him, and he has taken it with both hands. He has given his manager, Arne Slot, a big decision.”The question now is whether to give the youngster more starts as we head into the final stretch of the season.I can’t see any reason not to at least balance out the minutes between him and Gakpo.
He didn’t look out of his depth playing most of this game.You don’t want to overload him too soon, but as they say: If you’re good enough, you’re old enough.Rio Ngumoha’s numbers show why Wolves found him so tough to handleNgumoha didn’t just fill a spot — he was probably the best player on the pitch in this FA Cup tie. If this doesn’t make Slot rethink his place in the side, nothing will.Join Our NewsletterReceive exclusive football transfer news and updates twice a week to your mailbox
