Ryan Gravenberch couldn't help stop himself from smiling when he was quizzed about transfer interest from Liverpool - even though the Bayern Munich midfielder has remained coy over a potential summer switch to Anfield.
Gravenberch, 20, has emerged as a target for Reds boss Jurgen Klopp, who is planning to completely revamp his midfield options ahead of the 2023/24 campaign.
After pulling out of the race for Borussia Dortmund talisman Jude Bellingham, Liverpool are expected to sign more than midfielder in the summer after a season of struggle in the Premier League. And Gravenberch, who would command a far lower price tag than Bellingham, is believed to fit the bill.