Report details stunning 7,000% wage increase awaiting one player at Anfield
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Rio Ngumoha Set for Massive Pay Rise at Liverpool
Rio Ngumoha, the 17-year-old Liverpool midfielder, is poised to receive a substantial wage increase upon signing his first professional contract with the club. Having joined Liverpool from Chelsea's academy last summer, Ngumoha has quickly risen through the ranks, highlighted most notably by becoming Liverpool’s youngest-ever Premier League goalscorer after a last-minute winner against Newcastle United in August.
Currently earning a modest academy wage of around £300 per week, Ngumoha's new deal will see his weekly pay increase to approximately £1,000 initially, adhering to Liverpool’s typical academy wage structure. However, reports indicate that his total income could soar far beyond this base figure, potentially exceeding £1 million per year when factoring in performance-related bonuses and image rights provisions. These bonuses and contract clauses are expected to produce a headline wage jump of about 7,000%, reflecting his exceptional potential and the club’s desire to retain him amid competition from other clubs.
Industry insiders emphasize that Liverpool's usual policy caps first-year professional salaries at around £52,000 annually, but Ngumoha’s deal will likely include significant add-ons to keep him at Anfield. The contract also anticipates step-ups in salary year-on-year, mirroring his development trajectory and increasing market value. The club’s successful acquisition from Chelsea, who are known for offering lucrative terms, underscores Liverpool's belief in Ngumoha's future.
This pay rise is part of a broader trend at Liverpool in 2025, where senior stars like Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk have recently signed new lucrative contracts, earning weekly wages of £400,000 and £350,000 respectively. Ngumoha's new deal marks a significant milestone in his young career, positioning him as one of Liverpool’s most promising talents with a financial package matching his on-field performances to date.
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