Liverpool have added another exciting name to their long-term recruitment project, reaching an agreement to sign highly-rated French forward Djylian N’Guessan from Saint-Étienne. 🔴🚨
The Reds have confirmed that the 18-year-old attacker will officially become a Liverpool player on a permanent transfer in January 2027, with the deal understood to be worth around £4.3 million (€5m).
But there is an interesting twist to the deal… 👀
Rather than immediately heading to Anfield, N’Guessan will spend the remainder of the 2026/27 season on loan at Ligue 1 side Stade Brestois. Liverpool will then assess his progress during the campaign and decide whether he should join the Reds during the season or continue his development in France. 🔥
And this is no ordinary teenage prospect.
N’Guessan has been on Saint-Étienne’s books since he was just seven years old, progressing through the club’s academy before making his senior debut in January 2025 at only 16. He has since made 13 appearances for the first team and scored once.
🇫🇷 His international record is where things become seriously interesting.
The young forward has represented France through the youth levels and was part of the French squad at the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup, making seven appearances as France finished fourth. He also enjoyed a standout Under-17 European Championship, scoring four goals and earning a place in the Team of the Tournament. ⭐🔥
His performances have helped establish N’Guessan as one of the intriguing young attacking talents emerging from French football.
Liverpool are particularly attracted to his versatility. The teenager can operate through the centre or from wider attacking positions, while scouts have highlighted his movement, ability to find space between the lines and growing finishing ability. 👀⚡
There is even a fascinating family connection to English football.
N’Guessan is the son of former Leicester City, Charlton Athletic and Millwall forward Dany N’Guessan, who spent much of his career playing in the English Football League. Now his son could be following in his footsteps by making the move to England, although this time the destination is Anfield. 🔴🏟️
Liverpool’s decision to secure the youngster also fits perfectly into their increasingly aggressive approach to youth recruitment.
The Reds have been targeting talented teenagers with significant development potential, looking to secure them before their values explode. N’Guessan now joins a growing collection of young prospects being carefully developed either at Anfield or through strategic loan spells. 🌍📈
The Brest loan could prove particularly important. Instead of spending another season primarily in youth football, N’Guessan will have the opportunity to test himself against senior opposition in one of Europe’s major leagues. That experience could accelerate his development dramatically. 💪🇫🇷
And with Liverpool committing around £4.3m to the deal, the message from the recruitment department is crystal clear: they believe there is something special in this youngster. 💰👀
The Reds aren’t simply buying for today. They’re building for tomorrow. 🔴🔥
Djylian N’Guessan to Brest first… Anfield next? The Liverpool project may have just uncovered another future star. 🌟🚀
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