The teenager put in a sublime performance in the 2-0 FA Cup win over Premier League champions-elect Liverpool, deservedly winning the man-of-the-match award.

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He mopped up in defence, threaded killer balls in attack – and even nutmegged Brazil midfielder Fabinho in a virtuoso coming-of-age performance.

Mateo Kovacic faces a nervous wait to discover the extent of an Achilles injury, while N’Golo Kante is still out with adductor trouble and Jorginho will miss the Everton match through suspension.

That could pave the way for Gilmour’s full Premier League debut this weekend, and Barkley has offered a ringing endorsement of the former Rangers youth star.