Overview

• The 17-year-old striker began his medical at Liverpool on July 29 as the clubs finalise a £200,000 upfront deal plus add-ons.
• Wright’s prolific record includes more than 50 goals at youth level last season and senior appearances in League Two and the FA Cup.
• Arsenal had agreed a higher fee but could not secure personal terms, enabling Liverpool to complete the transfer at a lower cost.
• Preferring to stay in the North West, Wright chose Liverpool’s development plan over a move to London.
• He is set to plug into Rob Page’s under-21 squad as part of Liverpool’s academy strategy before progressing toward senior training.