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We've sign a young basque defender...

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  1. Fowler's God

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    Liverpool have completed the capture of Athletic Bilbao defender Mikel San Jose.

    The 18-year-old central defender becomes Liverpool's second signing of what has been a quiet pre-season, after the two clubs struck an accord over a €400,000 (£270,000) fee.

    San Jose is highly thought of at the Basque outfit and was expected to progress to the club's second team next season, after a series of mature displays in junior sides.

    Bilbao concede they were loath to let a player of promise leave, but have wished him well as he sets about a fresh challenge on Merseyside.

    "For us it is bad news, but Mikel has decided on the choice of Liverpool and it was impossible for us to fight against a European giant," read a club statement.

    San Jose is now looking forward to the opportunity to link-up with his compatriot Rafa Benitez (pictured) at Liverpool.

    "It was a surprise for me but I have decided to accept the chance at Liverpool," said San Jose.

    "I am very excited but now I know that I have to work more each day to get in the first team."

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