Joe Upton

Defensive Midfielder - Liverpool U18
1 Sep 2026
Tuesday
Process
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Events

12

  1. Criticised in a full-time post-mortem

    Minor
    Cause
    It was a private show of faith after a tough recent run. He handles pressure well, which helped the moment land.
    Outlook
    Manager intervention may be required if it persists.

  2. Responded to a passionate pre-match team talk

    Minor
    Cause
    A big match called for a big message. He handles pressure well, which helped the moment land.
    Outlook
    Trend is improving — relationship should keep strengthening.

  3. Reassured by a calm full-time message

    Minor
    Cause
    A big match called for a big message. He handles pressure well, which helped the moment land.
    Outlook
    Trend is improving — relationship should keep strengthening.

  4. Transfer listed

    Decision
    Cause
    Surplus to squad requirements
    Who
    Board

  5. Worried by competition from a new signing Ethan Pinnock

    Moderate
    Cause
    The new arrival has visibly higher ability. The newcomer is on a much larger wage deal.
    Outlook
    Contract request risk increased.

  6. Contract renewal rejected

    Decision
    Movement
    4y · $118.5K/y

  7. Board loan-listed

    Decision
    Cause
    Young talent needs competitive matches to develop
    Who
    Board

  8. Contract renewal offered

    Decision
    Movement
    4y · $118.5K/y

  9. Contract renewal offered

    Decision
    Movement
    4y · $159.9K/y
    Who
    Shaw Anthony

  10. Contract extension signed

    Decision
    Movement
    4y · $159.9K/y

  11. Signed a new contract

    Moderate
    Cause
    He committed to the project on terms both sides could live with.

  12. Turned down the offered deal

    Serious
    Cause
    He turned down the club's offer. The wage was below his expectations.