Liverpool have reportedly sent scouts to observe Denmark midfielder Mikkel Damsgaard this week.
The 21-year-old played 90 minutes for Sampdoria in a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Serie A giants AC Milan and the Reds are believed to of had representatives watching on.
Damsgaard came to the attention of many during the European Championships this summer and was linked with a move to Anfield.
Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur and Leeds United have also been credited with holding an interest in the Dane and remain attentive to the situation.
According to Il Secolo XIX (via Sampnews24.com), as cited by Sport Witness on Twitter, Liverpool officials were in attendance on Monday – perhaps taking a final look before making their move.
Twitter: Mikkel Damsgaard | Liverpool officials spotted scouting player, belief Reds will move decisively if another PL club… https://t.co/ZOxpr4ePzv (@Sport_Witness)
The report claims that the Anfield club are waiting on Spurs to act before ensuing a ‘decisive assault’ on the eight-times capped starlet.
Damsgaard provided two key passes, made two clearances and completed two dribbles against AC Milan – earning a rating of 6.60 (Sofascore).
Last season the ace, described as ‘phenomenal’ by Kasper Schmeichel, scored twice and added four assists in 35 league outings.
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Valued at £18million and under contract until 2024 (Transfermarkt), the Danish ace would represent an affordable outlay for Liverpool in this window.
Wholly impressive on the biggest stage during the European Championships – including a stunning free-kick goal against England in the semi-final – Damsgaard boasts incredible versatility that would lend itself to Jurgen Klopp’s squad.
Capable of operating in midfield and in advanced positions, the Dane could be viewed as a replacement for both Gini Wijnaldum and Xherdan Shaqiri.
