Overview
- Abe has yet to accept Liverpool’s scholarship offer, and from June 1 he can speak to other clubs.
- Manchester City, Arsenal and Chelsea are reported to be monitoring his situation, increasing pressure on Liverpool.
- The club has brought Abe into first-team training as part of its pitch for a rapid route to senior football under Arne Slot.
- Discussions extend to his first professional contract at 17, with Liverpool’s usual first-year pay near £52,000 but with precedent for exceptions.
- Abe has eight goals and three assists in 10 U18 matches and became Liverpool’s youngest UEFA Youth League player at 15 years, six months and 17 days.