Liverpool's Prince Cisse signs first professional contract with the club

Liverpool academy defender Prince Cisse has officially signed his first professional contract with the club. The 17-year-old, who has risen through the ranks, has transitioned from a forward to a centre-back and made his under-21 debut earlier this year. Alongside Cisse, the club is developing several young centre-back talents, signaling Liverpool's investment in their future defensive lineup. Cisse's father, Djibril, played for Liverpool in the mid-2000s, adding a familial legacy to his new contract.

• 7:10 AMYahoo Sports — Liverpool confirm landmark new contract for defender in official club statement