Amitie FC defender officially joins Liverpool

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Liverpool have officially completed the signing of **Mor Talla Ndiaye**, a highly rated young defender from Senegalese club **Amitie FC**. The move sees the 18-year-old centre-back join the Reds’ academy setup, where he is expected to link up initially with the **U21 squad** as he adapts to English football and life on Merseyside.

Ndiaye has already built a strong reputation at youth international level. He represented **Senegal** at the **FIFA U17 World Cup** in Qatar, playing a key role in helping his country reach the knockout stages of the tournament. His performances there, along with appearances for Senegal’s **U18 side**, drew attention from several European clubs, but Liverpool moved decisively to secure his signature.

The transfer fee is reported to be around **£1 million**, underlining Liverpool’s belief in Ndiaye’s long-term potential. The club view him as a promising, modern central defender: strong in duels, comfortable on the ball, and capable of fitting into a high defensive line. While he is very much considered a signing for the future, there is internal optimism that, with the right development, he could eventually challenge for a place alongside senior centre-backs such as Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konaté, and Joe Gomez.

Ndiaye’s arrival continues Liverpool’s recent strategy of investing in emerging defensive talent for the academy, following other teenage recruits in similar positions. The move from Amitie FC to one of Europe’s elite clubs marks a major step in his career, offering access to top-level coaching, facilities, and competitive football at various age groups. For Amitie FC, the transfer is also a significant milestone, showcasing the club’s growing role in developing players capable of reaching the highest levels of the game.