Liverpool are reportedly keen on signing 19-year-old Belgian whizkid Malick Fofana from Ligue 1 club Lyon next year.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Liverpool are looking to sign Belgian prodigy Malick Fofana from Lyon. The 19-year-old is highly rated in French football, and he has a bright future ahead of himself. His performances have attracted the attention of top European clubs, and Liverpool have already submitted an offer for him.
The teenage sensation is reportedly valued at around €15-25 million, and it will be interesting to see if Liverpool can get the deal done. The 19-year-old would be a future investment for them, and he could prove to be a bargain for Liverpool.
Malick Fofana is capable of operating as the left-sided winger as well as on the right. He will add goals, creativity and unpredictability to the Liverpool attack. Fofana has five goals and two assists to his name in 16 appearances across all competitions this season, and he is only going to improve with coaching and experience. A move to the Premier League could be ideal for him.
Liverpool have a proven track record of nurturing young players, and they could help the Belgian improve further and fulfil his tremendous potential. The opportunity to join a Premier League club will be quite exciting for the young winger, and Liverpool are one of the biggest clubs in the world.
The Reds have an exciting project and the talented squad at their disposal. Liverpool have been pushing for major trophies consistently, and the 19-year-old will certainly be attracted to the idea of joining them.
Lyon need to sell multiple players
Lyon have been handed a provisional relegation to the second division of French football, and a mass exodus is on the cards. It remains to be seen whether Liverpool can snap up their preferred targets and take advantage of the crisis at the Ligue 1 club. The Merseyside outfit have also shown interest in other Lyon players, including Ryan Cherki.
Liverpool certainly have the financial muscle to get the deal done and the player could justify the investment in the coming seasons as well. They need more options in the wide areas and the 19-year-old seems like the ideal acquisition for them.
