Liverpool are one of the teams pushing to sign Hertha Berlin youngster Kennet Eichhorn.
According to journalist Florian Plettenberg, Liverpool have held new talks for the German midfielder. They could send him on loan to Bayer Leverkusen to gain top-flight experience if a deal goes through.
The Reds are beginning to show a more aggressive approach towards youth recruitment. They recently signed Noah Adekoya, Talla Ndiaye, and Ifeanyi Ndukwe.
The Merseyside giants are also doing their best to keep the best talents at club. Handing Josh Abe a new long-term contract further provest that.
Signing Eichhorn would represent a huge coup for them, considering the level of interest he has generated from other clubs, including Manchester City.
Borussia Dortmund are also in the race for the teenager contrary to reports that they have withdrawn their interest. Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig are among other clubs interested in him.
The 16-year-old has yet to decide on his next destination, leaving the race for his signature open.
The German is a defensive midfielder with a strong tactical intelligence. He exudes composure in possession and has the ability to dictate the tempo of a game.
Eichhorn is the youngest ever debutant in the 2. Bundesliga, and the youngest goalscorer in the German Cup history.
He featured in 19 games across all competitions for Hertha’s first team last season, starting 16 of them. He also scored two goals for the German second division side.
Eichhorn represents Germany U17 at the international level, making four appearances since breaking into the team last September.