Suso signs long-term Liverpool contract

Liverpool midfielder Suso has put pen to paper on a new ‘long-term’ contract with the English Premier League club.

The 18-year-old joined the Merseyside outfit from his local side Cadiz in 2010, featuring in the youth and reserves teams before making his senior debut against Young Boys in the Europa League in September.

Suso has played for the first team on four occasions and said that manager Brendan Rodgers’ belief in him was a huge factor behind his decision to sign an extension on Friday.

“I am really happy,” the Spaniard told the club’s website.

“Liverpool are one of the biggest clubs in the world and this is the right place for me.

“I am happy Brendan has shown trust in me. I had no questions about signing a new deal and I am really glad to have done so.

“I am comfortable here. I have played some games for the first team and I hope to continue doing that, but I need to work hard every day for that to happen.

“This is one of the best days of my life.”

Rodgers had indicated on Thursday that a deal was near completion, saying he had been impressed with the youngster’s technique and creativity.

The Northern Irishman reiterated his thoughts on Friday and said he was thrilled Suso had decided to extend his stay.

“We are all delighted Suso has committed his long-term future to Liverpool Football Club,” Rodgers said.

“At 18, he has demonstrated outstanding technical qualities but also shown very good temperament to play for such a prestigious club.

“His commitment is very good news for all our young academy players and the excellent work taken place by the academy coaches and staff.”