Liverpool ties down exciting talent after being offered life-changing money to leave
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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesLiverpool FCYoung Liverpool talent Josh Abe has turned down interest from elsewhere to commit his future to the Anfield sideYoung Liverpool forward Josh Abe in action against Everton.(Image: Nick Taylor/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)Fifteen-year-old Liverpool talent Josh Abe has turned down interest from various Premier League rivals to commit his future to the Anfield side in a major boost for the Reds.It is understood that the attacker, who is one of the most exciting players in his age group in the country, has penned scholarship terms with Liverpool. He turns 17 in July 2027, at which point he will sign a new professional deal.As first reported elsewhere, Abe has decided that his chances of stepping up to the first team are best served on Merseyside, despite interest from Chelsea and Manchester City.In recent times, the likes of Rio Ngumoha and Trey Nyoni have both been a regular part of the senior set-up.According to The Athletic, Abe will go on the pre-season tour to the US this summer and will also be handed a first-team squad number for 2026/27.That report also claims the teen was offered pro terms "in excess of £50k per week" by other teams, but opted to turn them down in favor of remaining where he is.Joshua Abe of Liverpool(Image: Nick Taylor/Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)Abe has been on Liverpool's books since the age of four.
He enjoyed a breakthrough season in 2025/26 after making his U18s debut in September under Simon Wiles.The England youth international went on to score eight goals in 10 appearances in the U18 Premier League North division.In the season just gone, he was handed his U19 debut in the UEFA Youth League, and has trained several times under Arne Slot at first-team level.His season was ended prematurely in February because of a knee injury, but it is understood that Abe is in the final stages of his recovery.Get Liverpool's new 2026/27 home kitThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreLiverpool FC have launched their new home kit for the 2026/27, inspired by iconic adidas strip worn during the club's 1989/90 title-winning campaign.There will be more to follow on this breaking news story and Liverpool.com will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible.Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story as they happen.Follow @Liverpoolcom_ : The official Liverpool.com account for all the latest sports news as it happens in real time.Follow us on Facebook or visit Liverpool.com homepage.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCAcademy