As the summer transfer window approaches, Liverpool's to-do list is already overflowing. After a campaign that hints at a Premier League title win, the Reds are eager to bolster their squad even further.

Key positions like centre-forward and left-back are on the radar, but another pressing issue looms: replacing the potential departure of Trent Alexander-Arnold. Speculation is rife about his possible move to Real Madrid, leaving fans divided on his future at Anfield.

In the midst of this uncertainty, young star Conor Bradley is poised to step up as Liverpool's primary right-back. However, the team still needs to scout for another player capable of either backing him up or challenging for the starting spot.

Calvin Ramsay's Lost Opportunity

Enter Calvin Ramsay. When Liverpool signed the young Scotsman in 2022, he was viewed as a future successor to Alexander-Arnold, a player with the potential to shine in the long term. But in a cruel twist of fate, Ramsay's journey has been marred by setbacks.

Initially intended as a backup while Bradley was loaned to Bolton, Ramsay was seen as the more promising of the two. However, he could only muster two appearances for the first team in his debut season, while Bradley thrived at Bolton, cementing his place in Liverpool's senior squad.

An Unfortunate Downslope for Ramsay

Despite great expectations, Ramsay’s career at Liverpool spiraled downhill after an injury flagged during his medical. Even a loan to Kilmarnock recently yielded just one start, highlighting the harsh reality that he may not meet the club's demanding standards.

Once heralded as a 'special' talent, Ramsay has missed his golden opportunity to make an impact at Anfield. Now, the best course of action might be to seek a fresh start elsewhere.

A Bleak Future?

Though there’s still a flicker of hope for Ramsay to resurrect his career in pre-season training, the weight of expectations might be too heavy to bear. For Liverpool, the dream of having both Bradley and Ramsay competing for the right-back slot has vanished, and the Reds must now scramble for new talent to fill the gap left by Alexander-Arnold.

As plans collapse, Liverpool faces a crucial moment in their summer strategy, aiming to remain formidable in the Premier League with or without their star right-back.