Bayern Munich midfielder Ryan Gravenberch couldn't resist a smile when Liverpool's interest was mentioned to him, it has been claimed.
The Dutchman has endured a difficult debut season in Bavaria and made a late cameo appearance yesterday during their game at Jurgen Klopp's former club, Mainz. Thomas Tuchel slipped to a third loss of his short tenure in a 3-1 defeat they relinquished top spot with Borussia Dortmund overtaking them.
Liverpool have been linked with the 20-year-old in recent weeks with reports suggesting talks were held in his native Holland with his father, Ryan senior, and Anfield chiefs. Following their Champions League exit to Manchester City, Gravenberch reportedly didn't want to comment on interest from Liverpool after walking past the assembled media.