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Liverpool's Joshua Abe joins squad for pre-season tour in USA

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 8:35 AM

Last updated Jul 5, 2026

Liverpool's Joshua Abe joins squad for pre-season tour in USA

Summary

Liverpool's teenage talent Joshua Abe is set to join the first-team squad for their upcoming pre-season tour to the United States. The 15-year-old winger, who turns 16 later this month, recently became the youngest player to represent Liverpool's under-19 side in the UEFA Youth League. The Reds will play friendly matches against Sunderland, Wrexham, and Leeds, providing an opportunity for younger players to gain experience due to the absence of World Cup participants. Abe previously turned down an offer from Manchester City to sign scholarship terms with Liverpool, marking a significant moment for the club's academy.

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•Joshua Abe will travel with Liverpool for a pre-season tour in the USA.
•He is set to turn 16 before the first match against Sunderland on July 25.
•Abe became the youngest player to represent Liverpool's U19 side in February.
•Liverpool's World Cup participants will be absent, opening opportunities for youth players.
•Abe has attracted attention for his dribbling skills and performance at the academy level.

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8:35 AMYahoo Sports — The next Ngumoha? History-making Liverpool academy gem ‘will be part of’ pre-season tour to USA

What they're saying

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Liverpool fans may recall the impression that Rio Ngumoha made in pre-season last summer, and another teenage gem from the club’s academy could be poised to make a similar impact in the coming weeks...
— Yahoo Sports

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