Former Liverpool left-back Stig Inge Bjornebye has hailed the club's Academy as one of the finest in Europe.
The Norwegian has been a frequent visitor to the Reds' youth-base in recent years and has been hugely impressed by the work being carried out by Academy director Frank McParland.
Speaking at a specially arranged U13 clash that saw his amateur side Heming takes on Liverpool, Bjornebye revealed his deep gratitude to the Kirkby staff for their hospitality.
"This is an outstanding complex," he told Liverpoolfc.tv.
"It's got to be one of the best around when you look at the staff and facilities available.
"I've always kept in touch with the club and have often visited to look around and get advice on coaching.
"We actually did a TV show for a Norwegian channel when I came here last year and I have to say Frank McParland and his staff were fantastic.
"We spoke then about the possibility of bringing my son Tobias's team, Heming over for some training sessions and a friendly match. I coach them but we are only an amateur team from Oslo, so for Liverpool to treat us so well is great.
"I feel very honoured to be here and to have been looked after the way we have by everyone.
"When you look around at the players at the various age groups you can see there is some great talent here. It really does look good for Liverpool's future."
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