Kennet Eichhorn rejects Liverpool despite 'most attractive' offer and release clause expiry

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Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsLiverpool FCKennet Eichhorn has turned down the chance to join Liverpool, but the Hertha Berlin wonderkid could still be on the move this summer despite choosing to stay in GermanyKennet Eichhorn has turned down the chance to join Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool’s hopes of signing Kennet Eichhorn look to be over, with the Hertha Berlin youngster having turned down the chance to join the Reds.The 16-year-old had been strongly linked with a move to Merseyside, in spite of rules blocking English clubs from signing players under the age of 18 from elsewhere in Europe following Brexit.Liverpool was claimed to have held “concrete talks” with the teenager, who has emerged as one of the most exciting talents in Germany after his breakthrough season for Hertha, having made 19 senior appearances and attracting interest from a host of clubs across the continent.According to Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg though, Eichhorn will not be making the move to Anfield, despite the Reds’ best efforts.The teenager is claimed to have decided against a move to England, despite Liverpool’s offer being the “most attractive”, both financially and in terms of the club’s stature.Eichhorn is now expected to stay in Germany, but could still be on the move this summer. Bayer Leverkusen is said to be pushing hard for a permanent deal, while RB Leipzig is also claimed to be hopeful of landing his signature.Kennet Eichhorn has decided to stay in Germany, but could still be on the move this summer(Image: (Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images))The update comes shortly after Liverpool had reportedly been in “pole position” for the young midfielder, leading the likes of Manchester City and Bayern Munich.

The latter was said to have ruled itself out of the running, although it remains to be seen whether it may re-enter the race now that the Reds have seemingly been rejected.If Bayern is to reignite its interest, it will have to move quickly, with Eichhorn’s release clause set to expire on June 15.He will be available for around $10.4 million (€9M) until then, although there have been claims that his camp is seeking a further $11.6 million (€10M) as a signing-on fee.Get Liverpool's new 2026/27 home kitThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreLiverpool FC have launched their new home kit for the 2026/27, inspired by iconic adidas strip worn during the club's 1989/90 title-winning campaign.Eichhorn’s decision not to join the Reds will come as a disappointment for Liverpool, with the club having already made a number of moves with a clear eye on the long-term future.Jeremy Jacquet will of course complete his move from Rennes this summer and join up with Andoni Iraola’s senior side, but the Reds will also have Ifeanyi Ndukwe arriving from Austria Wien as well, with the 18-year-old defender linking up with the club’s academy.Seventeen-year-old attacking midfielder Samuel Martinez also looks set to join Liverpool from Colombian side Atletico Nacional.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCTransfers