Liverpool are promoting three of their FA Youth Cup winning team from last season to the senior setup.

Jay Spearing, winger Ray Putterill and goalkeeper Martin Hansen are all making the move from the Academy.

Wirral born Spearing, a utility player who has been used as a holding midfield player for Gary Ablett's reserve team, captained the Academy side to youth cup glory last season.

Left winger Putterill caught the eye with some outstanding performances during the youth cup run while Danish goalkeeper Hansen also impressed.