Liverpool have set a clear stance over the future of Rio Ngumoha, according to Fabrizio Romano, as Bayern Munich eye a transfer switch for the young winger.
The 17-year-old enjoyed a breakthrough campaign over the past season, following his switch from the Chelsea academy back in 2014.
Ngumoha made 19 Premier League appearances in his debut campaign, scoring two goals and assisting once, showing plenty of promise and bright sparks during an otherwise difficult season for Liverpool.
While the left-winger hasn't become a regular starter just yet, there are signs that he could be the future there for the Reds, if he continues on his current trajectory.
However, that has also caught the attention of Bayern Munich.
Liverpool Set Rio Ngumoha Stance
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Recent reports have stated that Bayern Munich have shown interest in a move for Ngumoha, outlining the young winger as a potential option in the summer transfer window.
The England youth international was viewed as a potential alternative to Anthony Gordon, after Bayern missed out on the forward to Barcelona in the market.
While Ngumoha is of interest, Liverpool have seemingly responded with defiance, making it clear that the 17-year-old is not available in the transfer window.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool have zero intention of negotiating a transfer fee or discussing the possibility of an exit for the winger in the transfer window, something that has been made clear to Bayern Munich.
The decision has been described as one made by the club, with Andoni Iraola yet to get into the details of transfer dealings for his new squad.
With a deal seen as "impossible", Bayern Munich will need to look elsewhere, while Liverpool can continue planning their future with Ngumoha in mind.
That may also mean making a fresh decision over extending his stay, with a huge choice to be made in the coming months surrounding his deal.
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Liverpool Face Ngumoha Contract Decision
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Ngumoha only signed his first professional deal back in September of last year, outlining just how quickly the youngster has risen through the ranks at Liverpool.
While it was a clear triumph to agree such a contract, the difficulty is that at 17, he could only agree a three-year deal at most, meaning he is only contracted until 2028.
So, with 18-months left on Ngumoha's deal, Liverpool may be considering the possibility of extending it further in the coming months, despite only recently signing a contract.
At 18 years old, players can sign contracts above the three-year limit, which is set for academy stars, a milestone that the winger will reach in late August this year.
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That may prompt Liverpool to discuss the possibility of offering an extension, to avoid entering the final year next summer that could then result in an awkward transfer standoff.
It remains to be seen just how keen the club's hierarchy would be to push for such a move, considering how recently a contract was signed, while the player may also consider his options with no rush to extend.
It sets up a long-term decision, but for now, Ngumoha is heading into next season as an important player for the future.