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Malick Fofana of Lyon(Image: Jean Catuffe/Getty Images)

Liverpool are among a number of clubs being linked with young Lyon winger Malick Fofana.

And if the Reds choose to pursue an interest in the 20-year-old, they may have a significant advantage over other potential suitors.

Chelsea have reportedly made a verbal enquiry about Belgium international Fofana, who scored 11 goals and provided six assists in 41 appearances for Lyon this season.



At present, the Reds are well stocked on the left flank with Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz having vied for the position throughout the recent title-winning season.

However, there are doubts over Diaz's long-term future with the player having admitted holding talks with other clubs - Barcelona and the Saudi Pro League are among those monitoring his situation - with two years left on his Liverpool contract to run.

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But the Reds would have some encouragement if a move for Fofana becomes an option later down the line.

Speaking about Fofana's next club, his former representatives from BF SportsPartner told Africafoot earlier this year: "The choice of heart would be Liverpool.

He has the potential to enter the rotation, and above all, we would like to see him succeed African legends such as Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and El-Hadji Diouf.

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"He has the profile to succeed in the Premier League.

For him, this would be an opportunity to continue his development and, above all, to showcase his talent in a league that favours transitional play.

"However, he'll have to choose the right club, as competition is fierce across the (English) Channel."

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Fofana recently changed his representation to Brazilian agency Roc Nation.


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