Liverpool’s plan for 16-year-old Kennet Eichhorn as transfer edges closer

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Liverpool already know what they want to do with Kennet Eichhorn, assuming this transfer goes through. The 16-year-old Hertha Berlin midfielder is attracting major interest, but Liverpool have now presented him with a clear plan.

Photo Credit: Getty Images/Jack Thomas Liverpool want Champions League loan for Kennet Eichhorn when he comes to AnfieldThis would be a move for the future.Eichhorn is one of Germany’s brightest midfield prospects after breaking into Hertha Berlin’s first team at just 16. LFC are already speaking with clubs that could become possible loan destinations.”Eichhorn is not eligible to join Liverpool until next summer, when he turns 18, but the Reds can still try to get a deal lined up early.If Liverpool wait until he is already starring at a higher level, the competition and price will only grow.

Borussia Dortmund and Stuttgart are also still hoping.” You can only pick ONE player for Liverpool to sign this summer, who is it? Who should Richard Hughes be targeting above all… Photo Credit: Getty Images/Robin Jones Throwing an 18-year-old straight into Liverpool’s midfield would be a huge ask.Getting him Champions League experience elsewhere would allow him to develop without the pressure of Anfield every week.Liverpool need ready-made quality this summer, but they also need to keep thinking ahead.