Liverpool are reportedly keeping close tabs on 18-year-old Ajax defender Jorrel Hato, with Arsenal also interested in him.
According to a report by Graeme Bailey on TBR Football, Arsenal are keen on 18-year-old Ajax defender Jorrel Hato as well, and it will be interesting to see where he ends up. The Gunners face stiff competition from Liverpool for the teenage prospect.
The Dutchman is regarded as one of the finest young defenders in his homeland, and he has the qualities to develop into a top-class player. The opportunity to move to a club like Liverpool or Arsenal will be quite attractive for him. They could provide him with the platform to grow further and fulfil his tremendous potential.
Liverpool need to add more quality and depth through their defensive unit. Virgil van Dijk is in his twilight years, while Joe Gomez and Ibrahima Konate can be quite injury prone. The 18-year-old would be a long-term investment for the club, and it remains to be seen with the Liverpool follow up on their interest with an official offer in the coming months.
Liverpool certainly have the financial muscle to get the deal done, but is unlikely to be a cheap acquisition. Ajax are aware of the fact that he has tremendous potential, and they are likely to demand the premium for him.
Arsenal keen on Hato
Arsenal have been keeping tabs on Jorrel Hato for a while. They are long-term admirers of the 18-year-old defender, and it will be interesting to see if they can get the deal done. The Gunners have put together a formidable squad and they are pushing for the league title consistently.
Any player would be attracted to the idea of joining them. Hato will certainly fancy his chances of doing well in the Premier League in the near future. It remains to be seen how the situation unfolds. Both clubs would be attractive destinations for the young defender. They have a proven record when it comes to nursing young players, and they could help him fulfil his potential.
Mikel Arteta has done well to nurture young players at Arsenal in recent seasons, and he has helped them establish themselves into first-team stars. He could play a key role in the development of Jorrel Hato as well.
