Liverpool are showing an interest in Isaque Severino Silva of Fluminense.
Arne Slot already has one of the best from Brazil at his disposal in Alisson Becker – who previously played with the likes of Fabinho and Roberto Firmino at Anfield.
Liverpool have now made contact with Fluminense as they consider adding Isaque Severino Silva to their Brazilian contingent, but who is the 18-year-old? Let’s take a look.
Liverpool exploring deal for ‘the best Brazilian talent in the world’
It was Globo Esporte – one of the largest news outlets in South America – who claimed that the Reds have enquired about Isaque, and you can see why.
Given the fact he has only made five senior appearances in his career so far, there is not a lot of documentation on the teenager – but what we have found should excite supporters.
Firstly, Isaque possesses the footballing intelligence to play in a range of positions, already appearing as a defensive midfielder and attacking midfielder in his career as well as a right winger.
Position Games Goals Assists
Defensive Midfield 2 0 0
Right Winger 1 0 0
Attacking Midfield 1 0 0
Central Midfield 1 0 0
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Sudamerica Comps – who often provide the lowdown on South American prospects to their 50,000 subscribers – even boldly called the Liverpool target ‘the best Brazilian talent in the world’ on YouTube.
Isaque scored two goals and provided one assist for the Fluminense U20 side in ten games, before coaches decided he was talented enough to move into the senior team, where he has made 12 appearances so far.
Full name: Isaque Severino Silva
Age: 18
Height: 172cm (5ft 6in)
Place of birth: Sao Carlos, Interior of Sao Paulo
Date of birth: 24th February 2007
Club: Fluminense
Nationality: Brazil
Position: Attacking midfielder
Preferred foot: Right
Fluminense have already rejected a bid for Isaque
Isaque – who has a similar name to Alexander Isak, another Liverpool target – is also being pursued by other clubs across Europe.
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🌟 Potential: 9.1/10
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Globo Esporte add that Manchester City, who could lose Savinho, also asked about the South American prodigy, whereas Shakhtar Donetsk have already made a €7m (£6m) bid – which was rejected by Fluminense, although a larger offer is expected.
The Brazilian news outlet add that Fluminense only handed Isaque a new contract as recently as February and is considered a “gem” by those inside the club, so it might be tough for Liverpool to strike a deal for a reasonable fee.