Nigerian-born Jordon Ibe shows off his fancy footwork... proving there is life at Liverpool should Raheem Sterling decide to leave Anfield

Liverpool fans may be aghast at the prospect of losing Raheem Sterling, but the blow could be slightly cushioned by the emergence of another promising young star. 

Jordon Ibe has impressed for Liverpool since being recalled early from his loan at Derby, and the club are keen to tie the 19-year-old down to an extended contract. 

And judging by Ibe's latest video, it is clear why Brendan Rodgers wants to move quickly to secure the midfielder's future - especially in light of Sterling's desire to quit Liverpool. 

Jordon Ibe shows off his skills for a video filmed at Liverpool's Melwood training ground

Ibe juggles a ball on his head and has, more importantly, impressed on the pitch for Liverpool this season

Ibe takes on a young defender during the video - eventually going past him by chipping the ball over his head

Ibe shows off his fancy footwork and Liverpool are keen to tie him down to a new contract

Ibe shows off his range of skills and quick feet at Liverpool's Melwood training ground, but it is of course on the pitch where it matters most. 

And Ibe has been urged by Steven Gerrard to reject the example set by Sterling and continue his development at Anfield.   

'In Jordon Ibe now, there is huge potential there with the right coaching and advice. If he wants it, there could be another superstar around the corner,' he told the Liverpool Echo. 

The impending departure of Sterling may also actually benefit Ibe, who would hope to take on a more central role in his team-mates' absence.  

Liverpool starlet Jordon Ibe flaunts his finest freestyling...

Raheem Sterling (centre) has told Liverpool he will not sign a new deal with the club and wants to leave

For now, it seems like Ibe will be staying at Liverpool. Asked what his aim for the season was, he said: 'To just continue playing and getting minutes and try to get goals because of the position I play in. 

'I want to get into the England U21 team and then eventually into senior squad and win some cups.' 

Discussing his idols in the game, Ibe also gave a hint of where his skills come from. 'Ronaldo, the Brazilian one, and Zinedine Zidane. My Cruff turns come from Zidane and the footwork would be from Ronaldo. Because he is an attacking player I try and learn things from him.'