Can Paynter Follow In The Footsteps Of Fowler And Owen?

Last updated : 09 April 2002 By
Liverpool are currently eyeing up Billy Paynter, Andrew Baggaley reports. Paynter's games have been few and far between in the current season, but this hasn't stopped Liverpool viewing his potential. His main assets, strength, pace, intelligence and eye for goal has been proven in several reserve team matches, as he has notched up a variety of top shot goals. Considering Billy, 17, has only played a small amount of reserve team football, never mind first team games, Port Vale should regard this situation as a delightful luxury.