Fabrizio Romano confirms first Liverpool summer 2026 deal

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Fabrizio Romano has confirmed the first bit of business Liverpool have conducted this summer. Image Credits: Imago ImagesFabrizio Romano has confirmed reports that Liverpool are closing in on the signing of Colombian talent Samuel Martinez.The Atletico Nacional youth product has been turning heads across Europe following his impressive displays at the CONMEBOL U-17 Championship in Paraguay this April.The 17-year-old attacking midfielder was instrumental in Colombia’s triumph, wearing the number 10 shirt as his nation defeated Argentina 4-0 in the final.

This marked Colombia’s first continental U-17 title since 1993.Matteo Moretto reported that the Anfield club were closing in on a one million euro deal to bring the attacking midfielder to Merseyside.Now Fabrizio Romano, taking to X, has confirmed the news and given his signature “here we go” to the transfer – which is only set to go through next year when the player turns 18:“Liverpool agree deal to sign Samuel Martinez from Atletico Nacional, here we go! Deal in place for 17-year-old Colombian talent to join in 2027, as soon as he turns 18.

Liverpool anticipate Borussia Dortmund. Agreement closed.”🚨🇨🇴 Liverpool agree deal to sign Samuel Martínez from Atletico Nacional, here we go!Deal in place for 17 year old Colombian talent to join in 2027, as soon as he turns 18.#LFC anticipate Borussia Dortmund, as @PSierraR revealed.