"Liverpool have officially confirmed they have agreed a deal in principle to sign the highly-rated Ifeanyi Ndukwe from Austria Vienna. The move, which remains subject to international clearance, marks another strategic signing for the Reds as they continue to prioritise the recruitment of elite young talent from across the continent. The club announced that the defender will remain in Austria for the remainder of the current campaign before linking up with the Liverpool U21 squad in the summer of 2026."
"Currently 17 years old, the center-back will turn 18 in March, clearing the way for his move to Merseyside. Ndukwe's reputation skyrocketed during the 2025 U17 World Cup in Qatar. He was a cornerstone of the Austrian side that reached the final, appearing in all but one of their matches as they finished as runners-up to Portugal. His performances, including a notable goal in a 4-0 thrashing of England, caught the attention of scouts from several top-tier clubs, including Inter Milan and various Bundesliga sides."
Liverpool have agreed a deal in principle to sign Ifeanyi Ndukwe from Austria Vienna, subject to international clearance, with the defender remaining in Austria until summer 2026 to join the Liverpool U21 squad. Ndukwe is 17 and will turn 18 in March, and rose to prominence at the 2025 U17 World Cup in Qatar as a key player for Austria, scoring against England and helping his team reach the final. He has been a regular for Austria Vienna’s Young Violets in the second division and has appeared on the senior matchday bench nine times this season. The transfer strengthens Liverpool’s academy pipeline but is unlikely to address immediate first-team centre-back needs.
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