"Huge pay rise" for generational gem as LFC "expect an agreement to be in place in the coming months"

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Liverpool have reportedly already held talks with Rio Ngumoha and his agent, who is also his brother, over a new contract to tie the 17-year-old down for the long-term. Liverpool acting to ensure Rio Ngumoha’s future is secure According to a report from TEAMtalk, Liverpool have already engaged James Ngumoha, Rio’s brother, in positive talks to agree a new contract to keep the 17-year-old at Anfield for the long term.

Speaking on Liverpool’s exclusive All Red Video subscription service, Ngumoha lauded his brother’s sacrifices to help him reach the top level of football and his mother’s role in keeping him grounded. She’s always taking me to training, cooking, and always helping my friends and my brother.” He continued: “He’s my agent, my brother and my best friend.

He’s always believed in me since I was young. When he was about my age, he dropped out of school to help me.