STEVEN GERRARD tried to help Liverpool sign Neco Williams live on TV straight after he stopped them from getting a first win of the season.

‘s side as their defensive issues continued.

Premier League - Liverpool v Nottingham ForestSteven Gerrard made a cheeky plea for Liverpool to sign Neco Williams Credit: Reuters NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND - AUGUST 25 : Neco Williams of Nottingham Forest seen during the EFL Carabao Cup 2nd round football match between Nottingham Forest and Leeds United at the City Ground on August 25, 2026 in Nottingham, England.The former Reds defender helped Nottingham Forest get a point at Anfield on Saturday Credit: Alamy

Last summer‘s expensive pair and are under the microscope in their second campaign at the club.

And cheekily told Forest’s “we need full-back cover here” when chatting to the Welshman at full-time on .

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It drew a laugh from the player, who was sold by Liverpool four years ago to Forest after a loan to .

Williams, 25, played 33 times for the Reds but never truly established himself.

Now, with previously linked and searching for a left-back, the versatile Williams is attracting attention from other top clubs.

But he only signed a new contract at the City Ground 12 months ago and has until 2029 on his current deal.

When asked about his future, Williams said: “Listen every day I’m focused on the badge I’m wearing right now and that’s Forest and that’s all I can do.

“Of course it’s nice to see that teams are showing interest but at the end of the day I’m a Forest player and I am focused on what I’m doing here.”

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Williams won Forest’s penalty in the second-half, getting taken out by after .

And he did a good job at nullifying Liverpool’s attackers in his left wing-back role.

Williams has also played on the right and further forward so far in his career.

did cross from his side to assist for ‘s equaliser in front of the Kop.

But Williams made up for that moments later when he went through to get the spot-kick, which converted.