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Fenway Sports Group has put pen to paper on a new $130M deal — though not the one that many Liverpool fans might’ve wanted.
In recent days, droves of Reds supporters have called on the club to sign Alexander Isak. The Newcastle United star has expressed interest in coming to Anfield, though the Magpies shot down Liverpool’s initial bid of $146 million while valuing the forward closer to $200 million.
As rumors continue to swirl surrounding a potential union between Liverpool and Isak, owners Fenway Sports Group inked another big-name player to a lucrative contract at their Major League Baseball franchise.
On Wednesday, the Boston Red Sox signed outfielder Roman Anthony to an eight-year, $130 million contract extension that features a $30 million club option in 2034. Escalators pertaining to accolades including Rookie of the Year, MVP and All-Star selections could raise the total value up to $230 million.
Entering play Wednesday, Anthony was slashing .283/.400/.428 with 2 home runs, 19 RBIs and 26 walks over 46 games since being called up to the majors on June 9.
Heading into the season, the 21-year-old was widely regarded as the top prospect in all of baseball — and has thus far lived up to the billing.
“First of all, I want to say a special thanks to the Henry's — Mike, Tom, Sam, Brez, the whole entire front office, coaching staff, my teammates who are here today,” Anthony told reporters during a press conference formally announcing his extension.
“I can thank so many people, my family who are here today, my agents, and just everyone along my life who has helped me get to where I am today. There's a long list of people I could thank and a lot of people who aren't here right now.
“As we know, in this game it takes a team, and it took a team to get this done. I couldn't think of a better city to play in for the next eight to nine years of my life, and I'm super excited.
“I want to thank all the fans who show up every day and continue to support us regardless of the outcome,” he continued. “It's truly just a special place to play and a special place to show up every single day.
“So I couldn't be more excited for this and couldn't be more thankful for everyone in this room and everyone who's helped me get here today.”
Given the fact that both sides were interested in swiftly getting a deal done, Anthony asserted that the negotiation process went off with no hitches. “This process was quick,” he said.
“This is a place that I want to be. There was no doubt about it. I came up through this org with so many of these people in this room and people who aren't in this room who helped me get here.
“So when the offer came through, it was something that I wanted to move quick on. And there was no doubt that this is where I wanted to play baseball for a long time.”
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