Liverpool agree deal to sign French forward NGuessan for 2027

Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign highly rated French forward Djylian NGuessan from Saint-Étienne, with the 18-year-old set to join the club in the summer of 2027. The transfer, confirmed by multiple reports on August 31, 2026, sees the teenager remain with the Ligue 2 side for the current season to continue his development. The agreement is structured for NGuessan to move to Anfield next year, a strategy that aligns with Liverpool's focus on securing elite young talent before their market value escalates. While the exact fee has not been officially disclosed, initial reports indicated a deal worth around £5 million.