Liverpool reportedly set to join the race to sign Benfica wonderkid Luka Jovic

Mon 1 April 2019 18:15, UK

Liverpool could join the race to sign Benfica forward Luka Jovic, according to

The Serbian striker is currently on loan at Eintracht Frankfurt and has netted 23 goals in this season’s Bundesliga, contributing seven assists.

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Manchester United are among the other Premier League suitors, according to , whilst Real Madrid and Barcelona are also keen as

The 21-year-old looks like being a wanted man this summer and the Reds appear to be the latest interested in securing a deal.

Jovic’s versatility to play in any of three forward positions would make him a superb addition to the Liverpool squad.

It remains to be seen how much it would cost to prise the youngster away from Benfica.

Liverpool aren’t short on cash, however, and they should be able to compete with the aforementioned clubs to land Jovic.

Liverpool can complete a real coup by signing the impressive Jovic.

It was perhaps surprising that Benfica allowed the forward to go out on loan for the campaign.

Nonetheless, he has proved his worth in the Bundesliga, with an impressive goal return.

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As a result, teams from all over the continent are now courting the 21-year-old ahead of summer moves.

Mo Salah has dropped off the boil this season and an out-and-out striker could be a useful addition to the squad.

It remains to be seen how much he will cost, but given his goal record, his signing would be welcomed at Anfield.

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