Liverpool prospect James McConnell is set to join Ajax on loan for the season after signing a new contract at Anfield.

The highly-rated 20-year-old has signed a new five-year contract with the Reds, reports The Athletic, but has been allowed to go and gain first team experience elsewhere this season.

Interest from Ajax emerged as John Heitinga is now in charge of the Dutch giants after working as Arne Slot’s assistant at Liverpool last season.

The former defender worked with McConnell and feels he can make an impact in the Eredivisie, playing in the same central midfield position as Jordan Henderson, who left Ajax for Brentford this summer.

McConnell has already made 13 senior appearances for Liverpool, including three in the Premier League and one last season in the Champions League.

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