For months, supporters have held out hope that Jude Bellingham would be Anfield-bound during the upcoming summer transfer window.
Ticking all the boxes to spearhead a revival of Liverpool's midfield department, the excitement surrounding the teenager has been palpable for months after a collection of impressive displays for both club and country.
But then came the unfortunate news on Tuesday evening that Jurgen Klopp's side were no longer in the running to recruit one of the brightest talents in world football, prompting a number of questions being asked by fans.