As reported on their official website, Liverpool announced having signed Spanish U18 international centre-back Stefan Bajcetic, who turned 18 just last October 22, on his first professional contract. Here’s the official note:

“The 17-year-old moved to the Reds in February of this year from his hometown club, Celta Vigo, in Spain.

After originally joining the U16s group, he made his U18s debut as a 16-year-old last season. This term he has played most of his football as a centre-back for the U18s group, where his quality passing and ability to carry the ball out from the back have stood out.

Bajcetic has also stepped up to the U23s on occasion and shown has versatility by operating as a holding midfielder. His first start in the UEFA Youth League came in midfield this week and he rose to the task with a fine goal in the 4-0 victory over FC Porto.

A Spanish [youth] international himself, Bajcetic’s father represented Serbia at international level“.