Victor Munoz sends classy message to young Liverpool fan with rare genetic disorder
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Victor Munoz has shown class by reaching out to a young Liverpool fan suffering from a rare genetic disorder after it was confirmed that the Spanish star is coming to AnfieldVictor Munoz sent a message to Liverpool fan Isaac Kearney(Image: (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images))Isaac Kearney was sent a special message from Victor Munoz after it was confirmed that the Spanish star had signed to Liverpool.Isaac was born with Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that affects development and means he progresses at a slower rate than other children his age. As a result, Isaac has become widely recognized among Liverpool supporters.Munoz is heading to Liverpool, after the Reds hijacked Newcastle United’s attempts to sign him from Osasuna.
The Reds are understood to have met his $46 million (€40m) release clause, with the move set to be completed following his involvement with Spain at the World Cup, before he links up with Andoni Iraola’s side.Isaac posted a welcome message for Munoz on Instagram which was later noticed by the 22-year-old. His availability for the upcoming matches will depend on the evolution of his symptoms."Despite currently carrying an injury, Liverpool has not been deterred from pursuing a move for Munoz, with the former Real Madrid youngster continuing to attract strong interest and earning widespread praise for his performances and potential.Content cannot be displayed without consent"Last season, Munoz was one of the revelations in La Liga," Spanish soccer writer Ruairidh Barlow told Liverpool.com .
He was also tipped as a potential alternative to Marcus Rashford for Barcelona."He's seen as one of Spain's primary rising talents. With wide players capable of beating a defender in high demand, he's one of the few players who can feasibly look like an alternative to Nico Williams on the left side."Whatever doubts you have about Munoz are mitigated by the fact that it's Iraola taking charge of him.