Liverpool could be beaten to the signing of Brazilian teenager Wesley Gassova, with West Ham reportedly opening talks over a potential move.

The Reds are said to have been keeping tabs on the 19-year-old, as well as other young talents in South America.

Palmeiras midfielder Luis Guilherme, who has been likened to ex-Barcelona and AC Milan icon Ronaldinho, has already emerged as a potential transfer target.



The Daily Mail reported last month that Liverpool was one of a number of clubs watching the youngster.

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Now it appears that Wesley is on the radar after The Standard claimed he had attracted interest from Anfield.

Wesley is said to have been identified as a top target for Hammers sporting director Tim Steidten, with talks underway.

The deal is likely to be a complicated one though as current club Corinthians only owns 70 per cent of the player's rights, with the rest belonging to his representatives.

Corinthians reportedly value the teenager at $33m (£26m/€30m).

Wesley made his first-team debut aged just 17 in 2020 and has scored four times for the Brazilian side.

Ex-Wolves boss Julen Lopetegui is tipped to replace the Scot this summer.

Liverpool.com says: The Reds are right to be scouring the world for the best young talents and Wesley appears to be a very bright talent.
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