Liverpool have signed highly rated England youth international Raheem Sterling from Championship side Queens Park Rangers for an undisclosed fee.

The 15-year-old midfielder, who had also interested Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal and Fulham, will join the club's academy in Kirkby.

"The success of our academy is vital to our future progress," said Liverpool managing director Christian Purslow.

"We have made clear that we will invest in outstanding young talent."

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