Liverpool Signs Ngumoha To Maximum-Length Deal

Liverpool has signed 17-year-old Rio Ngumoha to his first professional contract upon turning 17, agreeing the maximum-length deal permitted for his age. The move, which follows his summer switch from Chelsea, includes a substantial pay rise from his scholar wage — reported at about £52,000 per year with room for bonuses and additional add-ons — and was finalised with little public fanfare. Ngumoha has quickly impacted the first team, scoring a dramatic late Premier League winner at Newcastle and making Champions League appearances, becoming one of Liverpool’s youngest scorers and contributors on the left wing. Reports of Real Madrid interest circulated, but Liverpool have quietly secured his services while managing his rapid progression and expressing belief he could develop into a long-term first-team option.