Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has high hopes for 19-year-old winger Jordan Ibe.

Ibe broke into Liverpool's first team towards the back end of last campaign and has impressed many, including Rodgers, with his performances so far during the Anfield club's pre-season.

"He's definitely a player that we want to really create into a top-class performer, but we've got to give him that time and we're creating the environment for him to do that," Rodgers told Liverpool's official website.

"You see how exciting he is, but he still has a lot of potential and work to do. He's one that certainly will feature heavily this year.

"We mustn't forget he's still only 19. He broke into the team young and had some appearances. We felt he needed a loan, has gone out and did really well. "Then when he came back last season he was exceptional in his performances. I think he really excites the supporters."