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Al-Ahram Weekly
2 days ago
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Egyptian youth forward Kareem Ahmed signs 1st professional deal with Liverpool - Talents Abroad
Egyptian youth forward Kareem Ahmed has signed his first professional deal with Liverpool, the English Premer League side announced on Wednesday. The 18-year-old Ahmed, who can play as a forward or an attacking midfielder, has been at Liverpool Academy since the age of six. Ahmed is the second Egyptian player to sign a professional contract with Liverpool this year, following his teammate Alvin Ayman, who inked a deal last January, just five months after joining from Wolverhampton Wanderers. Ahmed came under the spotlight after making an instant impact on his U18 debut in December 2022 by scoring in an FA Youth Cup game at AFC Bournemouth. During his participation with Liverpool's U18 team last season, the Egyptian player scored seven goals and provided five assists. He also made two appearances with the Young Reds in the UEFA Youth League against Bologna and RB Leipzig. According to Liverpool's official website, Ahmed will spend the new season (2025-2026) with the U21 team, led by new head coach Rob Page. At the international level, Ahmed was called up for training camp with the Egyptian youth team just once, in February 2022. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Yahoo
5 days ago
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Liverpool winger signs new contract after breakthrough season
Liverpool teenager Joe Bradshaw has taken the latest step in his burgeoning Anfield career by signing his first professional contract. Bradshaw has put pen to paper on a new deal having last month turned 17 - the age at which clubs can offer youngsters a maximum of a three-year deal as stipulated by FIFA rules. The versatile Bradshaw, who can play on either attacking flank and in more regular midfield roles, was the standout player for a struggling under-18s last season and finished top scorer with 14 goals in all competitions, netting 11 times and providing four assists in 22 U18 Premier League North games. He scored on his U18 debut against Sunderland as a 15-year-old in October 2023, and has also already featured in the FA Youth Cup and the UEFA Youth League while being on the bench in the EFL Trophy. READ MORE: Liverpool close to Hugo Ekitike transfer as talks continue over £78m compromise READ MORE: I know people call me Liverpool's worst ever striker - It's my own fault and I regret it Over the weekend, Bradshaw posted a message on social media that simply declared: "Delighted to sign my first professional contract with this prestigious club." Bradshaw has been at Liverpool since moving from Accrington Stanley as an U12 player in March 2021, and has represented England at under-16 level. The Academy is undergoing a summer of major change with the departure of long-serving Barry Lewtas and Marc Bridge-Wilkinson as U21 and U18 coach respectively. Former Wales manager Rob Page has taken over as U21s boss while Liverpool are expected to appoint highly-rated Manchester United coach Simon Wiles to take charge of the U18s.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
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Brentford agree double Liverpool deal
Brentford FC have confirmed their new academy scholarships for the 2025/26 season and as Lewis Bower reports, this includes two Liverpool academy players, who have now completed a move to the London based club from the Reds. Goalkeeper Layton Nicholls and left-back Nathaniel Ogungbemi both join Brentford from Liverpool and they will be trying their luck at the Bees' academy. Advertisement Interestingly, this is not the first time in recent years that Brentford have signed academy players from Liverpool. Centre-back Kerron Samuels was brought to Brentford back in 2023. Meanwhile, Ben Winterbottom, who is a goalkeeper, arrived at Brentford in 2021.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
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Report: Liverpool lose top teen prospect to Newcastle
Newcastle's Youth Ambition Strikes Again with Isaac Moran Capture In a transfer that's caught many by surprise, Newcastle United are set to land 16-year-old midfielder Isaac Moran, prising the highly-rated youngster away from Liverpool's academy setup. As reported by The Daily Mail, 'Newcastle are poised to pull off a coup by signing former Liverpool prospect Isaac Moran.' Advertisement Moran, who impressed for Liverpool's Under-18s last season despite being only 15, has been tipped for stardom for some time. His standout performances and maturity on the pitch were complemented by the honour of captaining England at youth level, further underlining his credentials. However, the youngster has now opted against signing a scholar's contract at Liverpool, reportedly turning down the offer to pursue a new challenge in the North East. The Daily Mail confirmed: 'The 16-year-old turned down the offer of a scholar's contract at Liverpool's academy and left the club.' Bold Decision from Moran Signals Ambition For Liverpool, losing such a bright prospect is undoubtedly a blow, particularly when their long-standing tradition of developing academy stars has been so fruitful in recent years. Moran's departure will sting for those at Kirkby, where he had already begun to leave a significant mark. Advertisement Yet from Moran's perspective, this could be a well-calculated step. The Daily Mail highlighted, 'The teenage midfielder made his breakthrough with the Under-18s last season and has skippered England at youth level.' His move suggests a hunger for opportunity, and perhaps a belief that the Newcastle pathway under Eddie Howe and the club's rejuvenated academy setup offers a clearer or quicker route to senior football. Newcastle's Long-Term Strategy Continues to Evolve Newcastle have made it no secret that their recruitment model under the new ownership is focused on developing elite young talent alongside marquee first-team signings. This transfer fits the mould perfectly. Advertisement With players like Lewis Miley already making an impression in the senior setup, Moran will be well aware that first-team chances are not just possible at Newcastle—they're expected for top prospects. It's also a clear statement of intent from the Magpies, continuing to poach some of the best talents from rival academies. Liverpool's Academy Faces Renewed Competition Liverpool's academy has long been a beacon of talent development, producing the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Curtis Jones and more recently Jayden Danns among other. But this move illustrates a shifting landscape, where top young players now have multiple attractive options and are willing to back themselves elsewhere. Photo: IMAGO Advertisement While Liverpool will surely be disappointed to lose Moran, they will no doubt have contingency plans. For Newcastle, this feels like a big win—not just for now, but for what it signals about their future strategy. Our View – Anfield Index Analysis For Liverpool fans, this one stings—not because Moran was already a household name, but because it reflects a growing trend: young talents believing their best path to the top might lie away from Merseyside. Moran, at just 16, had already shown real promise and maturity beyond his years. To turn down a scholarship from a club like Liverpool—one renowned for giving youngsters a chance—suggests Newcastle made a very compelling pitch. That could be down to game time, development pathways, or even financial terms, but the core concern is perception. Has the path to Liverpool's first team started to look more congested? Advertisement With players like Bajčetić, Nyoni and McConnell already fighting for minutes, Moran may have felt the odds were stacked. Still, it raises valid questions about whether Liverpool are doing enough to convince their brightest stars to stay. Perhaps this is an isolated case, or perhaps it's a nudge to reassess how the club communicates its vision to the next generation. For now, fans will wish Moran the best—but quietly hope this isn't a move they come to regret in a few years' time if the youngster explodes in black and white.
Yahoo
26-06-2025
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Liverpool forward agrees Bournemouth move
The Instagram page posted on their account about Cornelius Akaunu, who they claim has agreed a move to Bournemouth. This agreement was confirmed by the player's own Instagram profile, which now includes Bournemouth's account in his bio to confirm that he belongs to the Cherries. Advertisement Akaunu is a talented young forward in Liverpool's academy. Only 16-years-old, he has been mostly playing for the club's U17 side and has been at the club since U9 level. Over the course of the last few months, it has been apparent that he was not going to stay at the club. Akaunu went on trials to Arsenal and Tottenham while still at Liverpool towards the end of last season. But it seems like Bournemouth have won the race for his signature. One thing that's guaranteed is that the pathway to the first team will certainly be a lot easier for Akaunu at Bournemouth than it would have been at Liverpool. Advertisement That will now be the young attacker's goal, although initially he will likely be playing for the club's U18 and U21 sides. From Liverpool's perspective, losing Akaunu is a blow. You never want to lose a player who has been at the academy since U9 level. However, it's very clear that he sees his future away from the club, for now.
