Derby County boss Frank Lampard concedes they could lose Harry Wilson to Liverpool.
The 21-year-old striker has been sensational since joining the promotion-chasing Rams on loan in the summer.
Speaking toDerbyshire Live, Lampard said: "There is an element where Liverpool can call him back in early January.
“That is a conversation between the clubs.
“Liverpool run a fantastic department in terms of looking after their loans players. We have a lot of chat with them. We will just have to see how that goes.
“At the minute he's our player, and of course we want him to stay our player for the course of the season because he is contributing.
“Since Harry came there has been constant dialogue with myself, Liverpool and Harry. It is very open conversation.
“For me, he is here to progress, and he is progressing well. I hope he stays with us because I think we can work well for each other."