Former Charlton starlet Joe Gomez has been shortlisted for the European Golden Boy award.

Catford-born Gomez broke into the Addicks first-team as a 17-year-old in 2014, before moving to Liverpool after just one full season in senior football.

The England Under-21 international suffered a serious knee injury early on in his Reds career and was on the sidelines for over a year.

Initially, Gomez was used sparingly by Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp following his return to full fitness in January.

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But the 20-year-old has forced his way back into the German’s plans this season, earning starts in the Premier League and Champions League.

And his impressive form has seen the versatile defender nominated for the Golden Boy award.

Gomez is on a 25-man shortlist with the likes of Gabriel Jesus, Marcus Rashford and Kylian Mbappe.

The Golden Boy award is chosen by Italian publication Tuttosport and given to the U21 player who has had the best calendar year.

Lionel Messi, Sergio Aguero and Paul Pogba are previous winners.