Liverpool faces losing youngster as Chelsea seeks to inflict Rio Ngumoha revenge

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Chelsea is among the clubs monitoring Abe's progress, with its interest being dubbed as a revenge mission following Rio Ngumoha's switch in the opposite direction, according to the Daily Mail. Despite not yet making his first-team debut, many within the academy circles believe Abe is one of the most thrilling youngsters on Liverpool's roster.

He hasn't yet put pen to paper on a scholarship contract with the Reds, leading to Chelsea, Arsenal, and several other top clubs maintaining a keen interest in his situation. Joshua Abe in action for England Under 16s in the summer (Image: Getty Images) It's also rumored that Abe's father is a lifelong Arsenal supporter, which could sway any potential move.

"He's a player that can finish really well for his age," Slot said after Ngumoha scored in the win at Newcastle. "That's what I like, because the first ball he got he wasn’t afraid.