Richard Hughes 'will be on the phone' for £60m attacker, journalist has been told

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Liverpool are reportedly among the clubs showing serious interest in highly rated forward Eli Junior Kroupi, with the youngster emerging as one of the most sought-after attacking talents ahead of the summer transfer window. The report claims Liverpool are seriously considering a move for 19-year-old Junior Kroupi, with sources indicating that both the Reds and Chelsea are keen to make a deal happen this summer.

“’Liverpool and Chelsea have a very concrete interest, they’re both really keen to make a deal happen this summer and are looking into it,’ one source said. “’I wouldn’t be surprised if Liverpool have already had some conversations,’ another source told me. ‘Richard Hughes has a good relationship with his former club and will be on the phone to his counterparts there after that performance yesterday.’” At just 19 years old, Junior Kroupi reached ?

Competition intensifying for Kroupi This season, the 19-year-old has 10 goals in the Premier League, making it very unsurprising that the likes of Chelsea and Liverpool are paying close attention. ??? Junior Kroupi (18) is the FIRST teenager in 26 years to score 10 goals in a debut Premier League season. ? pic.twitter.com/gmD8klxa7F — EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) April 11, 2026 Chelsea are currently viewed as one of Liverpool’s main rivals in the race, with both clubs believed to be actively exploring the feasibility of a summer move.