Liverpool have been named among those clubs ‘interested’ in signing Aston Villa youngster Carney Chukwuemeka.
The Reds are believed to be keen on the 18-year-old alongside reported admiration from Manchester United and Manchester City.
Chukwuemeka is expected to reject a new contract at Villa Park having grown frustrated over a lack of senior opportunities in the Midlands.
That’s according to a report from The Guardian, as cited by RedBird News on Twitter.
Aston Villa midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka, considered one of the best young talents in England, has rejected a new contract, with Liverpool among the clubs interested. (Guardian) pic.twitter.com/n2ovE1QZkD
— RedBird News (@Anfield__Irish) November 28, 2021
The report claims that Liverpool have been placed ‘on alert’ by the four-times capped England youth international’s stance.
Described as ‘outstanding’ by ex-Arsenal ace Paul Merson following a promising Premier League debut, this season Chukwuemeka has only featured on three occasions for the first-team.
Instead, the rangy midfielder has continued to flourish at Under 23 level, scoring twice and providing four assists in five Premier League 2 appearances.
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On the bench for the duration of the last two matches, it remains to be seen whether the situation will change under new manager and Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard.
Clearly a supremely talented player with plenty to offer, Chukwuemeka was heralded as being England’s ‘best 16-year-old’ previously.
Liverpool have developed a penchant for snapping up the best available young talent in recent seasons – including Harvey Elliott, Bobby Clark and Kaide Gordon.
Perhaps an out of favour Chukwuemeka will be the next to arrive on Merseyside.
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