Tottenham must battle Liverpool for Weston McKennie.
Liverpool are eyeing up a £20 million move for midfield dynamo Weston McKennie, report The Sun.
McKennie is making a name for himself at Schalke after breaking into the first team, making 19 appearances this season.
He would be an asset for the Reds, but rivals Tottenham Hotspur have a greater need for a player in his style.
McKennie is a player who the Bundesliga’s offical website compare to Sami Khedira, describing him as, ‘a strong and hard-working team player who can chip in with the odd important goal.’
McKennie is a defensive midfielder who for the USA international side has played in a more advanced role. He has even featured in a back three for his club.
Tottenham are lacking a mobile and tireless midfielder after Mousa Dembele’s exit and McKennie fits the bill.
McKennie’s prominent role in Schalke’s pressing approach of football makes him suitable for either Liverpool or Tottenham.
At just 20-years-old, McKennie is an exciting prospect, who netted on his international debut against Portugal.
It’s unclear whether Spurs will splash out this window. If they do decide to, McKennie should be in their plans as a young, exciting option with huge potential.
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