Liverpool teenager Harvey Elliott has put pen to paper on his first professional contract at Anfield.
The forward, who has made eight first-team appearances since arriving from Fulham last summer, became eligible for a professional deal since turning 17 in April.
Most of his performances this season have come in domestic competitions, although Elliott has featured twice in the Premier League.
“I think since the first day I’ve walked in, it’s been an indescribable journey so far,” Elliott told the club’s website.
“I think now to top it off with my first professional contract is a dream come true for me and my family. I’m excited to see what the future holds and I’m just excited to give everything to the club and the fans.”
Elliott became the youngest player ever to feature in the English top-flight when he made his Fulham debut aged just 16 years and 30 years last year.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, who expects great things from the England youth international, expressed his delight at today’s news.
“Brilliant news – really happy,” Klopp told the club website.
“Harvey is such an exciting prospect. We all know his qualities – we have seen them this season in the first team and U23s.
“I love his attitude – love his enthusiasm – love his bravery – love the fact he has the right amount of football confidence and cheekiness.
“What is critical – so important – is that he is given time and space to develop. He will get that from us. He needs to be allowed to make mistakes while he learns and not feel more pressure than is right and fair.
“What is great is that he has the perfect culture here and we will protect him. The senior players and the coaches really care about him and are as excited as I am about his future. So, we will all be part of his story as it unfolds.”
