Liverpool confirm capture of Fulham's Fábio Carvalho

Carvalho, who can operate as a winger or attacking midfielder, was capped by England at U18 level, before opting to represent Portugal

RED: Liverpool have finally completed the signing of Fulham's Fabio Carvalho having failed in a bid to bring the 19-year-old to Anfield in January.

Liverpool have confirmed Fulham’s attacking midfielder Fábio Carvalho will join them on July 1. Carvalho (19) is expected to sign a five-year contract with the Anfield club and will cost £5m plus add-ons. Jürgen Klopp wanted to sign the Portugal Under-21 international in January but, despite agreeing personal terms and the player completing a medical, the deal did not get over the line on deadline day.

Liverpool’s interest never waned, however, and the transfer was agreed in principle last month. The Champions League finalists will pay add-ons in the region of £2.7m and have accepted a 20% sell-on clause with Fulham.