Liverpool have been linked with Brazilian talent Reinier.
According to the Daily Mail, Liverpool and Manchester City are entering the race to sign Flamengo teenager Reinier – just days after being linked with Everton.
Reinier, 17, has emerged as another one of Brazil’s top young talents, alongside the likes of Rodrygo Goes – now at Real Madrid – and Fluminense star Joao Pedro.
The attacking midfielder has scored five times in nine games for Brazil’s Under-17’s, and whilst he has no experience with Flamengo, he’s already attracting interest.
It’s believed that Liverpool and City are now keen on the playmaker, even though he can’t move until he turns 18 in January.
The rumours may serve as something of a blow to Everton’s hopes, as Globo Esporte in Brazil reported just days ago that the Toffees wanted to sign him for £36million, and had even held talks.
Fans then spotted that Reinier had suddenly began following Richarlison, Yerry Mina and Bernard – three Everton players – on Twitter, seemingly hinting at a potential move.
It would be a bitter blow to lose Reinier to a Premier League rival, but made even worse if he ends up heading to the other side of Stanley Park with Liverpool.
Everton still have time to sign him, and may hope that the lure of first-team football can win them the race, but Liverpool’s interest is a major concern.
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