Liverpool are on the verge of securing one of the most exciting young talents in English football, with Chelsea's 15-year-old prodigy Rio Ngumoha reportedly set to join the Reds.
The Merseyside club have beaten stiff competition from across Europe to land the England youth international, who is considered one of Chelsea's brightest academy prospects.
Who is Rio Ngumoha?
The teenage winger has been turning heads in Chelsea's youth setup with his blistering pace and technical ability. Despite his young age, Ngumoha has already represented England at under-16 level and was part of Chelsea's squad that reached the FA Youth Cup final last season.
Why Liverpool Want Him
Liverpool's recruitment team have identified Ngumoha as a future star who fits perfectly with Jurgen Klopp's high-intensity playing style. The Reds are prepared to pay significant compensation to Chelsea for the promising attacker.
This potential signing continues Liverpool's strategy of investing in elite young talent, following recent acquisitions of players like Harvey Elliott and Stefan Bajcetic.
Chelsea's Academy Exodus
The move would represent another blow to Chelsea's famed academy system, which has seen several promising youngsters depart in recent years. Liverpool have been particularly active in poaching top talent from London clubs, with Ngumoha potentially being their latest coup.
While compensation is still being negotiated, all signs point to Ngumoha continuing his development at Liverpool's state-of-the-art Kirkby academy in the coming season.
