Liverpool in transfer talks over 17-year-old wanted by Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund

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SportFootballLiverpool FCLiverpool are working on a deal to bolster their Academy ranks with a move from South AmericaLiverpool are working on a deal to further bolster their Academy ranks by signing highly-rated Colombia teenager Samuel Martinez.The 17-year-old attacking midfielder was part of the Colombia side that won the South American U17 Championships last month in Paraguay, claiming an assist in both the semi-final against Brazil and final win over Argentina.Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund were among a number of high-profile clubs courting the signature of the Atletico Nacional youngster.But now Liverpool are close to finalising a transfer, with reports in South America claiming the fee will be around €1million (£860,000) with the player signing a five-year contract when he turns 18 next April.READ MORE: Pep Guardiola exit highlights alarming Liverpool reality Arne Slot cannot ignoreREAD MORE: Liverpool teenager Rio Ngumoha given England call-up ahead of World CupAtletico Nacional are also expected to negotiate a percentage of any future sale of the player should he complete a move to Liverpool.Liverpool have in recent years signed players specifically to raise the levels at the Academy, with Rio Ngumoha and Trey Nyoni, both of whom have had first-team experience this season, notable examples.Choose Liverpool Echo as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCLiverpool FC transfer news