Rio Ngumoha on ‘no brainer’ Liverpool transfer call and living out his England dream

Liverpool winger Rio Ngumoha has described his 2024 permanent transfer from Chelsea to Liverpool as a 'no-brainer' that offered a clearer pathway to first-team football. The 18-year-old East London native credited his mother Liz and brother James, who acts as his agent and mentor, for their crucial support in helping him achieve his senior football aspirations.

Ngumoha also reflected on his progress with England after participating in a senior training camp in the United States and catching the eye of manager Thomas Tuchel. Despite not being eligible for the final World Cup squad, he featured in a friendly against New Zealand and aims to continue establishing himself at club and international level.