Premier League giants Liverpool and Manchester United have reportedly joined the race to sign Borussia Dortmund starlet Youssoufa Moukoko.
The 17-year-old forward, who has established himself as a first-team regular with the Bundesliga club, is set to become one of the most sought-after teenagers when the transfer window re-opens next year.
Moukoko has already made 58 senior appearances for Dortmund across all competitions since making his debut a day after turning 16 in November last year.
The Cameroon-born striker, who has represented Germany at youth level, has recorded 11 goals and eight assists for BVB, including six goals and six assists in 21 games this season.
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According to Sport Bild, Liverpool and Man United are set to battle it out for the signature of the highly-rated teenager.
The report adds that a bid in the region of £26m could be enough to prise the forward away from Westfalenstadion.
It is thought that both Liverpool and Man United will face stern competition for Moukoko's signature, with the likes of Barcelona, Real Madrid, Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain having also been credited with an interest.
Moukoko's long-term future at Dortmund is believed to be uncertain, with his contract due to expire in the summer of 2023.
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However, the teenager has suggested that he could commit his future to BVB, despite the interest from other top European clubs.
"I've been here at Borussia Dortmund for seven years, and I feel at home here. I know this club very well and the manager Terzic trusts me," Moukoko told Sport1.
Moukoko is understood to have agreed to join England-based agency Unique Sports Management when he turns 18 later this month – a company that manages Premier League stars such as Chelsea's Reece James and Everton's Anthony Gordon.
Moukoko's impressive form for Dortmund this season have pushed him into contention for a surprise spot in Hansi Flick's Germany squad for the 2022 World Cup, which will be announced by November 13.
Oliver Thomas
