Liverpool have made an offer in a bid to beat Manchester United to the transfer of Sheffield Wednesday wonderkid Yisa Alao. The highly-rated 17-year-old left-back has already played three games for Wednesday's senior side, and it looks like he could be quite quickly snapped up by one of the Premier League's elite. Liverpool and Man Utd are both said to have bid for Alao, according to the Daily Mail,
According to a report from Africa foot, Chelsea have already made contact with his representatives and advanced negotiations are underway to get the deal done. It remains to be seen whether Chelsea can wrap up the move in the coming weeks. They have shown that they are keen on signing the best young players around the world, and they are looking to add to the formidable pool of young talent already at the club.
According to a report from TEAMtalk, the three Premier League clubs are monitoring his progress, and they could look to make a move in future. Chelsea could use more quality and depth, and the side and the 15-year-old would be a long-term investment. They have shown a willingness to invest in talented young players, and they are looking to add Pereira da Gama to the formidable pool of young talent already at the club. The report claims that Chelsea are determined to secure his signature.
Pietuszewski's numbers this season underline why interest in him is accelerating. Across nearly 20 competitive appearances, the young winger has scored three goals and provided two assists. While those figures may not immediately resemble superstar output, his performances have stood out because of what he offers beyond statistics. Operating primarily on the left but adaptable across the attack, Pietuszewski is known for his physical power, direct dribbling style, and impressive ability to win one-on-one duels.
The Catalans reportedly see him to be very similar to Pedri in terms of his profile and thus see him to be a very valuable talent who can flourish at the club. In particular, Barcelona reportedly value Smit's ability to play between lines with ease, his creativity and style of play - all of which they see to complement Barcelona's style.
The 18-year-old striker, who holds dual nationality with France and Guinea-Bissau, has been one of the standout young prospects in Ligue 1 this season, earning plaudits for his composure in front of goal and rapid development at senior level. The youngster has scored four goals and provided two assists for the French club this season in 14 appearances. Chelsea have been the most proactive so far, establishing early contact with Vaz's representatives and maintaining open communication with Marseille's sporting hierarchy.
According to a report from TMW, Mitongo is one of the most promising young strikers on the Belgian scene. Born in 2008 and currently in the Standard Liège youth academy, he's a striker who won't turn 18 until next January, but he's already in the sights of several top European clubs.
Djylian N'Guessan is a player in demand Despite being just 17, N'Guessan has already shown attributes far beyond his age. Standing at 1.80m, he combines physical strength with excellent aerial ability, making him a constant threat in the box. What sets him apart, however, is his intelligence and his movement off the ball. These qualities, along with his composure in front of goal, have made him one of the standout performers in France's youth setup and a rising star in Saint-Etienne's senior side.
The 18-year-old striker joined Manchester City from PSG, and he is highly rated in the game. The African is expected to develop into a future star, and Liverpool will be disappointed to have missed out on him. Clubs like Real Madrid and Barcelona were keeping tabs on his situation as well. However, Manchester City managed to win the race for him.