If you were talking about the breakout Liverpool players of 2024, there are a few that stand out. Ryan Gravenberch, though it was only in the second six months of the calendar year, was probably the most obvious.

There were also the likes of Conor Bradley and Jarell Quansah, who made names for themselves at various points, as well as young talents like Bobby Clark and Jayden Danns, who starred in the Carabao Cup final (even if the former has since moved on). Arne Slot has shown a willingness to blood young talent too, while there is more to be unlocked from the more senior players on his roster too.

Our Liverpool.com writers have made their predictions for a breakout Liverpool star in 2025. You can let us know your thoughts — and whether you agree with us — in the comments section below the story.

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Matt Addison - Cody Gakpo is ready to kick on

Perhaps Trey Nyoni will get a few more chances for Liverpool in 2025, but at 17, he is unlikely to nail down a regular place. Similarly, Ben Doak is exciting but he would have to get ahead of Mohamed Salah in the pecking order. For that reason, I'm going with someone slightly more experienced — but still young enough to be able to kick on.

Cody Gakpo, 25, has looked right at home since Slot took over and moved him back to his favored left wing berth. While he had barely played there for Liverpool under Klopp, it shouldn't be forgotten that was the position where he scored nine goals and assisted another 12 in 14 Eredivisie appearances in the half-season before he moved to Anfield.

There is no reason that Gakpo couldn't see his output increase further at Liverpool in 2025 now he is being deployed in his best role. And as good as Luis Diaz has been this season, it is Gakpo who has the highest ceiling in terms of goal involvements. I'm a huge fan of what he offers Liverpool in general play but the main thing is that he is showing signs of being ready to score regularly too.

James Findlater - Conor Bradley can fill Alexander-Arnold void

I have to admit, I’m not at all confident that Trent Alexander-Arnold staying at Anfield beyond this season. While all the noise around Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah seems to indicate they want to stay, there’s just aren’t many encouraging signs around the Reds’ vice-captain.

Fortunately, Liverpool seems to have his replacement already in place. Conor Bradley impresses me more and more every time he plays, especially with that masterclass against Kylian Mbappe, and he is certainly softening the blow of Alexander-Arnold’s potential departure.

The only slight concern is the injuries he has had since coming into the senior team, although that could be down to him still getting used to the rigours of professional football. There’s no doubt about his ability though, and he seems to suit Arne Slot right down to the ground - if Alexander-Arnold goes, Bradley will be ready to step up.

Michael Plant - Harvey Elliott will take next step

Most members of the squad left by Jurgen Klopp have adapted pretty seamlessly to the Slot era at Anfield — but Elliott has been one of the few exceptions. That has been mainly down to injury, with the former Fulham man missing three months with a broken foot.

He has spoken in glowing terms about Slot giving him the time to ease back into the team, and a first start under the new boss provided a reminder of quality Elliott possesses. A goal and a player-of-the-match display at Southampton underlined his ability.

It's likely we'll see more from Elliott in the second half of the term and he'll hope to provide the same level of importance to Slot as he did for the Dutchman's predecessor. Only Darwin Nunez played more game in Klopp's final campaign at Liverpool and Elliott became a incredibly reliable asset.

It's easy to forget just how young Liverpool's No.19 is - and at just 21 there is plenty of room for more development and growth, while 2025 could also be the year Elliott starts to define his role in the team. But whether it's from the wing or midfielder, Slot can look forward to have an extra option in the new year.