Liverpool defender Joe Gomez has signed a new long-term contract with the Reds, as confirmed on the club’s official website. The 19-year-old, who arrived at Anfield from Charlton Athletic in 2015, signed a new deal with Jurgen Klopp’s side which will come into effect on July 1st.
Gomez has only made 2 appearances for the Reds this season after a lengthy 15-month spell on the sidelines due to injuries. Gomez missed a large part of last year’s campaign after suffering a cruciate ligament injury and has been sidelined with Achilles tendon problems this season.
However, the defender is clearly still highly rated at the club given the confidence placed in him with this new contract. Twitter was abuzz with the news and Gomez himself was particularly pleased with the show of faith.
✅ New contract… Signed.@J_Gomez97 commits his long-term future to the club!
? Read all about it: https://t.co/9ZSutMpCRg pic.twitter.com/fQBKSbw1oM
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) January 27, 2017
It’s an honour for me to sign a new contract at such a great club. I’m thankful for the chance… https://t.co/6MXUF0jL2e
— Joe Gomez (@J_Gomez97) January 27, 2017
Congrats to @J_Gomez97 keeping the red shirt on for the next few years !! Looking forward to see you 100%, not long for that!
— Luis Garcia (@LuchoGarcia14) January 27, 2017
A superb picture of Joe Gomez and Jurgen Klopp after the defender signed his new deal. This deal shows how much he rates the youngster. pic.twitter.com/w188YLRhq6
— AnfieldNation (@AnfieldNation) January 27, 2017
The great thing about Joe Gomez is that he has pace and strength about him, as well as a football brain. He’s the full package.
— Rousing The Kop (@RousingTheKop) January 18, 2017
Joe Gomez has signed a new five-year contract at #LFC. Talented young defender with a big future under Jurgen Klopp.
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceEcho) January 27, 2017
Hopefully we’ll see Joel Matip paired with Joe Gomez tomorrow at CB for #LFC – The future pic.twitter.com/RcidS2SY7n
— Spion Klopp (@TheKopHQ) January 27, 2017
Today is about Joe Gomez and the strikers getting some goals. #LFC #FACup
— zzuppy (@ItzEmrah) January 28, 2017
@LFC @J_Gomez97 can’t wait for your to start more games
— Abdul Kabir (@akabir987) January 28, 2017
Gambian dad, English mom
Joe Gomez: “It’s a massive gesture from the club to show that trust and faith in me. I’m very happy here.”#lfc
— Modou Lamin Beyai (@modoubeyai) January 28, 2017
@LFC @J_Gomez97 what a defender ! Wish to see him having more game time & prove he is a cut above the rest.
— percy dimhairo (@percydim) January 28, 2017
@J_Gomez97 @ThaiLFC going to be future LFC legend. I have zero doubt.
— Ground Frost (@GroundFrost) January 28, 2017
Great to see #Joe Gomez sign up ! #LFC hard work pays off ! ????????
— garypjbyrne (@garybyrne999) January 28, 2017
Happy to hear that Both Joe Gomez & Coutinho have signed there contract. Would’ve been more happier if @LFC signed any player in this window
— Srini (@srivats932) January 28, 2017
Lets be honest, Joe Gomez > Moreno
— M (@DxleyBlind) January 27, 2017
Great read up of joe Gomez and why he deserves a run of games ?? from @LFC , hope the reds turn out form around ??
— Alan Lowey (@lowey2403) January 27, 2017
Buzzing that @LFC have tied @J_Gomez97 down for another 5 years! A top top player with a bright future! #classact ⚽⚽⚽???
— Charlotte Webster (@CharWebster7) January 27, 2017
@LFC Boss.
Love Joe Gomez.Excited for future.#YNWA— Trevor (@BigOrigi) January 27, 2017
Made up with Joe Gomez signing a new #LFC deal! After a wretched injury, can only wish him every success. Huge potential.
— Hen Freeman (@hen10freeman) January 27, 2017
Great news with Joe Gomez. Making his return from such a terrible injury. Has all the assets to be a solid CB in the future at #LFC
— Aidan Semple (@LWOSAidan) January 27, 2017
Twitter being Twitter, there was some negativity as well.
Joe Gomez gets a year contract for every appearance he’s had for the club. FSG are a nonsense
— MeatBadness (@MeatBadness) January 27, 2017
@TheAS791 And cue the spin tonight to divert attention away(Joe Gomez signing new contract)#FSGout
— CrazyDanizzle (@SlideAwayDreams) January 27, 2017
@John_W_Henry Your PR release(Joe Gomez signing new contract) to divert attention away from Your incompetence won’t help this time #FSGout
— CrazyDanizzle (@SlideAwayDreams) January 27, 2017