Sports News Report
League: EPLSport: SoccerCountry: EnglandCategory: Scores & Results

Rio Ngumoha set for new role at Liverpool amid contract negotiations

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 7:05 AM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Rio Ngumoha set for new role at Liverpool amid contract negotiations
Summary

Rio Ngumoha, an 18-year-old talent at Liverpool, is expected to be given a more prominent role under manager Andoni Iraola. Despite having played only 22% of available minutes this season and not yet contributing goals or assists, Ngumoha remains a key part of Liverpool's future plans. He is reportedly in contract talks for an extension to prevent interest from top clubs like Arsenal. While the process has been slow due to his limited playing time, Ngumoha is said to be content and may earn more minutes soon. A strong performance during the international break could influence negotiations regarding his new deal.

Source Links
Yahoo Sports
By the Numbers
  • •Ngumoha has not scored or assisted in this Premier League season.
  • •Contract talks are underway to extend Ngumoha's stay at Anfield.
  • •He is behind £123 million signing Bradley Barcola in team selection.
  • •A good performance during the international break could accelerate contract negotiations.
  • •Liverpool aims to increase his playing time as depth on the wings is limited.
Latest Updates
  • 7:05 AMYahoo Sports — Liverpool wonderkid to be handed new role by Andoni Iraola amid contract talks
What they're saying
"

Rio Ngumoha is undoubtedly one of the most exciting talents in world football, but he has faced a tough start to the season. Despite being one of the brightest parts of Liverpool’s dismal 2025/26 ca...

Related Teams & Leagues
LiverpoolEPLSoccer

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days