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Liverpool set to offer Rio Ngumoha new long-term contract

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 3:10 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Liverpool set to offer Rio Ngumoha new long-term contract

Summary

Liverpool intends to offer winger Rio Ngumoha a new five-year contract following his impressive debut season. The 17-year-old has transformed from a Premier League debutant to an England international in under a year. After turning 18 on August 29, Ngumoha is likely to receive a significant wage increase, moving from his current £25,000 per week. Reports indicate that Liverpool views retaining Ngumoha as a straightforward decision, given his outstanding performances and potential for further growth.

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By the Numbers

•Rio Ngumoha is set to sign a new five-year contract.
•His current deal runs until 2028 but will extend to 2031.
•Ngumoha's wage is expected to increase significantly.
•He transitioned from debutant to England international within nine months.
•Liverpool aims to showcase their commitment to developing young players.

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3:10 PMYahoo Sports — Liverpool ‘livewire’ set for bumper pay rise as Reds set to nail down new long-term contract

What they're saying

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Liverpool are expected to reward one of their most exciting young talents with a new long-term contract and bumper pay rise at Anfield.One of the few positives from the 2025/26 season was the emergenc...
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