Liverpool seal Colombia midfielder’s signing

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Liverpool have completed the signing of Colombian teenager Samuel Martinez. Martinez will move to Merseyside next summer after turning 18 in April after a deal worth around £750,000 was agreed with current club Atletico Nacional.

The Reds struck a five-year contract with Martinez while Medellin-based Atletico will receive a percentage of any future sales involving the player. He already helped Colombia win the South American Under-17 Championship in April, taking on a starring role in their route to the final.

Martinez produced an assist in both the semi-final against reigning holders Brazil and in the showpiece itself against Argentina to claim the title. The 17-year-old is expected to feature for his country at the U17 World Cup later this year with Liverpool set to take a hands-on role in his development.