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Liverpool have prided themselves in recent years identifying and signing the biggest and best youngsters from across the world.

From Harvey Elliott to Trey Nyoni, the Reds have one of the best scouting networks out of any club in football, a system that has helped Liverpool stockpile their academy with some truly incredible talents who have since gone on to become first-team regulars.

Although Brexit rules have hindered who Liverpool can sign, that still hasn’t stopped the Anfield side from bringing in some top prospects in recent years, with the Reds landing Rio Ngumoha from Chelsea last year.

And Liverpool are now in the race for one of the breakout wonderkids in Europe this season.

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According to TuttoMercatoWeb, Liverpool are one of many club interested in signing KRC Genk teenager Kostantinos Karetsas, who this season has exploded onto the scene after becoming a regular for his club as well as making his debut for Greece.

The 17-year-old recently faced off against Liverpool’s Andy Robertson in a UEFA Nations League play-off as Karetsas embarrassed the Scottish defender with a fine goal to secure Greece a famous 3-0 win at Hampden Park.

Indeed, such form means Liverpool are not the only side keeping tabs on Karetsas, with the likes of Manchester United, Newcastle United and Napoli also eyeing the Belgium-born talent, who could be primed for a big move this summer.

And the hype surrounding Karetsas is more than real, with TuttoMercatoWeb noting that the teenage attacking midfielder is already ‘one of the best talents in the world’ as the likes of Liverpool prepare to make their move for the Genk star.

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Karetsas has made quite the splash this season with both Genk and Greece, with the youngster enjoying a sensational start to his footballing career after becoming a regular for club and country at just 17-years-old.

And for Liverpool, taking a punt on Karetsas could be worth the financial gamble for the Reds, though the Merseyside giants need to be smart in how they go about constructing a deal for the Belgium-born wonderkid.

With just two goals and four assists this season in all competitions, another year or two of development could be what Karetsas needs before making a big move to the Premier League, and Liverpool can reach an agreement to ensure that the youngster is still playing regular football until he’s ready for the big time.


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