Liverpool FC have secured a major coup in the transfer market by agreeing a deal to sign 17-year-old Colombian wonderkid Samuel Martinez from Atlético Nacional. The exciting young attacking midfielder is set to join the Reds in 2027 upon turning 18.
Deal Details and Timeline
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romanothe agreement is now closed. Liverpool beat competition from Borussia Dortmund (and interest from several other top European clubs) to land the youngster. He will remain at Atlético Nacional until he reaches adulthood before making the move to Anfield.
This long-term approach reflects Liverpool’s smart youth recruitment strategy under the current regime, investing in high-potential South American talents early.
Who is Samuel Martínez?
- Age: 17 (born April 5, 2009, in Tuluá, Colombia)
- Position: Attacking Midfielder (No. 10) / Central Midfielder
- Height: 1.84m
- Current Club: Atlético Nacional (U20/Reserves)
- Playing Style: Technically gifted with excellent dribbling, vision, long-range shooting, and progressive carries. He impressed massively during Colombia’s successful 2026 South American U-17 campaign.
Often compared to players with a blend of flair and physicality (some scouts note echoes of technical quality similar to top playmakers), Martínez is seen as one of Colombia’s brightest prospects.
Liverpool have built a reputation for successfully developing young South American stars (think Luis Díaz and others). Signing Martínez early allows the club to secure a high-ceiling talent before bigger fees emerge, while giving him time to continue his development in familiar surroundings.
The deal also shows the club’s proactive scouting network, fending off interest from clubs like Chelsea, Manchester City, Bayern Munich, and Barcelona.
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