After failing with a late deadline-day offer, Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp reportedly remains determined sign Borussia Dortmund starlet Christian Pulisic, but a new development this week suggests that the Reds may struggle to attract the €20m-rated attacker to Anfield.
Last week, Liverpool Echo claimed:
"Liverpool are planning to follow up their interest in Christian Pulisic in future transfer windows".
Liverpool's 'interest' may become a moot point, however, if Manchester United enter the race.
Speaking to ESPN today, Pulisic revealed his admiration for one of Liverpool's biggest rivals:
""I was a big Manchester United fan [and] I loved to watch Wayne Rooney. His passion for the game is something you don't see much. That's what I loved about him"
If the opportunity presents itself, it seems unlikely that 'unbelievable' Pulisic will turn down the opportunity to play alongside Rooney, a player for whom he clearly has great admiration.
Whatever happens, signing Pulisic between the ages of 17-19 is a mistake, as history shows that no foreign attacking player in that age group has *ever* come through the ranks to become a first-team regular at Anfield. In my view, the best strategy is to following the Coutinho route, and buy Pulisic when has a solid 3-4 years of top level experience/development behind him.
* Youngest-ever player to appear in a World Cup qualifier for the US national team.
Last week, Liverpool Echo claimed:
"Liverpool are planning to follow up their interest in Christian Pulisic in future transfer windows".
Liverpool's 'interest' may become a moot point, however, if Manchester United enter the race.
Speaking to ESPN today, Pulisic revealed his admiration for one of Liverpool's biggest rivals:
""I was a big Manchester United fan [and] I loved to watch Wayne Rooney. His passion for the game is something you don't see much. That's what I loved about him"
If the opportunity presents itself, it seems unlikely that 'unbelievable' Pulisic will turn down the opportunity to play alongside Rooney, a player for whom he clearly has great admiration.
Whatever happens, signing Pulisic between the ages of 17-19 is a mistake, as history shows that no foreign attacking player in that age group has *ever* come through the ranks to become a first-team regular at Anfield. In my view, the best strategy is to following the Coutinho route, and buy Pulisic when has a solid 3-4 years of top level experience/development behind him.
* Youngest-ever player to appear in a World Cup qualifier for the US national team.
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