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Charlotte Coates

Liverpool 'set for Man United battle to sign biggest talent in the world'

Liverpool will reportedly face competition from Manchester United for Borussia Dortmund wonder kid Youssoufa Moukoko - who is yet to sign a professional contract with the German club.

The German striker became the youngest player to ever feature in the Bundesliga after making his Dortmund in November 2020 when playing alongside Erling Haaland.

Premier League duo Liverpool and United are reportedly among the suitors for Moukoko with the youngster possibly being available at a 'cut price' figure given the fact he is yet to sign a long-term professional deal.

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According to SportBILD, Moukoko's father has suggested there may be issues with his current agent, amid talk of stalled contract negotiations and other agencies are attempting to secure the young striker.

Liverpool would be expected to part with over £25million for the striker who is regarded by Haaland as one of the 'biggest talents in the world', but may face fierce competition from United.

The 17-year-old has become a regular in the Dortmund side this season and has notched six times and registered six assists so far this campaign.

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