Confirmed : Highly-Rated Center Back Pens New Liverpool Deal

Published: February 26, 2019

Rhys Williams has become the latest youngster to ink a new contract with Liverpool, following in the footsteps of Paul Glatzel, Liam Millar and Adam Lewis.

Liverpool announced through their official website on Tuesday that Williams has signed his first professional contract with the Anfield club.

Born in Preston, the central defender has featured for the Reds in the UEFA Youth League, U18 Premier League, Premier League 2, Premier League International Cup and FA Youth Cup this season, scoring 4 goals with 2 assists to his name.

The 18-year-old joined Liverpool at U10 level, rising through the ranks before becoming an important member of the U18 side.

Williams made his full debut for Liverpool U23s in a 7-0 loss to Villarreal in November 2018.

Igho Kingsley

Photo Credit : liverpoolfc.com

Latest News

Nwaneri keen on staying despite Arsenal links to two attackers who chose England over Nigeria
From goalscorer to role model: Arokodare inspires Racing Genk rising star amid transfer buzz
'Born to Nigerian parents' – Atalanta confirm brand new signing is eligible for Super Eagles
Confirmed: Prolific striker Odekunle extends contract with FC Midtjylland
Parma in talks with Watford over deal for brother of Super Eagles midfielder
'I want to play in the PL' – Super Eagles star says after completing move to Birmingham City
'Very solid player' – Former Man Utd chief scout confirms Everton are interested in Ndidi
'I wonder what he's waiting for' – Ex-referee suggests Osimhen is holding out for move to PL
'The Next Bull' – Besiktas icon Amokachi gives his blessing to new signing Tammy Abraham
Farewell to a legend: Nigeria mourns Super Eagles icon and 1994 Afcon winner Peter Rufai