Meet the Academy... Jordan Williams

A strongly-built Welshman whose imposing figure belies his 18 years of age, the youngster's skillset makes him comfortable in either the backline or further forward in midfield, where he was introduced for a memorable senior debut at Anfield against Middlesbrough last month.

In our exclusive Q&A below, Williams reveals which revered Italy midfielder provided inspiration with his book, the Brazilian superstar who was his earliest idol and the word he would use to describe Liverpool FC...

Date of birth

November 6, 1995

Place of birth

Bangor, Wales

Position

Centre-back/defensive midfielder

First team you played for?

Penrhos

When did you join Liverpool?

U14s

Who was your idol growing up?

Ronaldinho

Who did you support growing up?

Liverpool

Favourite sport other than football?

Boxing

Favourite subject at school?

Physical Education

Person you'd like to meet?

Floyd Mayweather

What's on your iPod?

A bit of everything but mostly dance music, hip-hop and rap

Favourite food?

Spaghetti Bolognese

What is the best book you've read?

Andrea Pirlo's autobiography

Favourite holiday destination?

Thailand

Which Liverpool player do you most admire?

Steven Gerrard

Best football match you've ever seen? 

Liverpool against AC Milan in the 2005 Champions League final

Describe the club in one word?

Historic

Ultimate dream in football?

Playing for the Liverpool first team