The Scouser netted nine times in PL2 before the campaign was curtailed due to the COVID-19 pandemic earlier this year.
Such impressive form saw the 19-year-old hold off competition from Billy Gilmour (Chelsea), Jahmal Hector-Ingram (Derby County), Liam Cullen (Swansea City), Rayhaan Tulloch (West Bromwich Albion) and Nathan Holland (West Ham United) to claim the accolade.
It’s the latest mark of recognition for the Liverpool Academy graduate, who made 12 appearances for the first team across the season.
Jones scored a memorable Anfield winner against Everton in the FA Cup, having previously converted the decisive penalty past Arsenal in the Carabao Cup.