Liverpool have reportedly made an early move for the Atalanta star.
Liverpool are preparing a £18.5 million bid for Atalanta star Franck Kessie, according to the Corriere dello Sport via Football Italia.
The 19-year-old has become one of the hottest talents in Europe in recent years with a series of impressive performances in Italy.
This year he has been in particularly fine form, with five goals and one assist in 13 league games to date.
Franck Kessie in action for Atalanta challenging Juventus striker Gonzalo Higuain
That has caught the attention of a number of Europe’s big sides, with several all thought to be chasing his signature.
Liverpool are among them and are reportedly preparing a big summer bid for his services.
According to Corriere Dello Sport, they have kicked off something of a summer scramble by making an early £18.5 million bid for the midfielder.
Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp before the match
The newspaper reports that Reds boss Jurgen Klopp is a big fan of the Ivorian and is keen to add him to his squad.
It is likely Kessie would be tempted into making the move as well, with Klopp enjoying a strong record of developing young talent across his career.
With so many clubs interested, though, this transfer is likely to be far from concluded.
Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp looks dejected
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