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The club announced on Monday that Liverpool has completed the signing of Will Wright for Salford City.
Sources told ESPN that Liverpool beat Arsenal's interest and signed the 17-year-old, who made two appearances in season two last season and was eager to have a chance to stay in the Northwest.
Sources told ESPN that Liverpool will pay Wright a £200,000 ($267,000) expected fee.
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Wright made his debut for Salford City in the EFL Trophy last November.
He has made a appearance with Liverpool's Under-21 side, hitting a goalless draw for former Welsh boss Rob Page in a frontless match against Hull City.