Liverpool are reportedly closing in on a long-term contract extension for teenage winger Rio Ngumoha, with an agreement already reached “in principle.”
The 18-year-old has impressed since breaking into Liverpool’s first team and is regarded as one of the club’s most exciting young talents. Now that Ngumoha has turned 18, Liverpool can offer him a longer-term contract than the three-year maximum available while he was a minor.
According to reports, negotiations have accelerated rapidly and only the finer details are believed to remain before the deal can be formally announced. Liverpool are reportedly hoping to make the announcement in the coming weeks.
The new agreement is also expected to come with a significant pay rise, reflecting Ngumoha’s growing importance to the squad.
Keeping the youngster at Anfield would be another major boost for Liverpool as Andoni Iraola continues to shape his squad. The club have already invested heavily in young talent this summer, while Ngumoha’s development could provide another exciting attacking option for the future.
Liverpool fans could soon have another reason to celebrate: Rio Ngumoha is reportedly staying for the long haul. 🔴🔥
