Liverpool advances transfer for midfielder Samuel Martinez from Atletico Nacional
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 3:55 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Liverpool is making strides to sign 17-year-old midfielder Samuel Martinez from Atletico Nacional. Martinez is reportedly undergoing a medical as part of the transfer process worth $1 million, plus a sell-on clause. Due to post-Brexit regulations, he will not be eligible to join the team until he turns 18 in April. The club is also in discussions regarding potential signings of Yan Diomande and Bradley Barcola, with Diomande's transfer appearing complicated while Barcola may be a more realistic target.
- •Samuel Martinez is 17 years old and joining Liverpool from Atletico Nacional.
- •Liverpool's transfer package is valued at $1 million with a sell-on clause.
- •Martinez's eligibility to play for Liverpool begins next April at age 18.
- •Discussions are also ongoing for wingers Yan Diomande and Bradley Barcola.
- •Liverpool aims to balance current squad needs with future growth.
- 3:55 PMYahoo Sports — “On his way to Liverpool” – Reporter confirms new midfield signing
"Samuel Martinez Medical Signals Liverpool Transfer Shift as Yan Diomande and Bradley Barcola Links DevelopLiverpool are advancing a move for Samuel Martinez, with the 17-year-old midfielder understood...
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