Teenage Liverpool prospect signs professional deal at Anfield

Liverpool fans have been eagerly waiting for contract updates on key players like Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold.

However, the club delivered a different kind of signing news on Thursday lunchtime, confirming that promising young talent Alvin Ayman has put pen to paper on his first professional contract with the Reds.

The 17-year-old midfielder joined Liverpool from Wolverhampton Wanderers last summer and has been making steady progress in the club’s academy.

His performances for Marc Bridge-Wilkinson’s U18 side have impressed the coaching staff, and now he takes a major step forward in his career.

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Ayman’s Journey and Liverpool’s expectations

Ayman’s move to Liverpool may not have made headlines like other academy signings, but the club sees him as a player with huge potential.

Journalist David Lynch has described the teenager as a "big talent," and Liverpool are confident he has the qualities to succeed.

The versatile midfielder, who can also play in defense, started his career at Bradford City before joining Wolves in 2023.

He made his competitive debut for Liverpool’s U18s in September and was later included in the U19 squad for their UEFA Youth League match against AC Milan.

Despite a recent injury setback, Ayman has returned to action and continues his development at the Kirkby Academy.

The Reds hope he can follow in the footsteps of young stars like Harvey Elliott and Ben Doak, who made a smooth transition from the academy to the first team.

Liverpool fans may have to wait a little longer before Ayman makes his senior debut, but inclusion in the summer pre-season squad could be a realistic goal.

With a strong work ethic and the right guidance, he has the potential to become an important player for the club in the future.

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