Everton and Leeds United are among the clubs said to have taken an interest in the Hearts sensation.
Everton are leading Leeds United in the chase for Heart of the Midlothian teenager Harry Cochrane, according to Teamtalk.
Leeds were one of the first English clubs to be credited with interest in Cochrane, who has impressed in his first senior campaign – despite having only turned 16 last April.
However, it appears the Whites side may have missed their chance, with Everton said to be among ‘a clutch of Premier League clubs taking a very close look’ at the Scottish midfielder.
And it is claimed that Everton, who have recruited a number of talented British youngsters over the past couple of years, could even make a move for Cochrane before the end of the January transfer window, having moved ahead of the chasing pack.
However, with a string of players already on Everton’s books in Cochrane’s position, it is likely the Glaswegian would stand a better chance of securing immediate first team football at Leeds.
Cochrane was on the books of Glasgow Rangers before moving to Hearts four years ago.
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