Brentford are in talks to seal the transfer of the Fiorentina right-back Michael Kayode, who has also been monitored by Liverpool and Tottenham.
Caught offside understands Brentford are now the team with the most concrete interest in Kayode, with the Bees making major moves to negotiate a deal to bring in the €17m youngster before the end of the January transfer window.
The talented 20-year-old looks like a huge prospect and it’s no surprise to see that top clubs such as Liverpool and Spurs have also been following his situation, although a move to Brentford could be a good next step for the its development
Although nothing has been done yet, Caught offside understands Brentford have been in talks over signing Kayode, who was left out of Fiorentina’s last call-up against Torino.
The Italy Under-21 international will cost around €17 million, and that could end up being a big deal for a player with a big future in the game.
Michael Kayode will surely be looking at Liverpool again in the future
Liverpool have a big concern at right-back at the moment, with a star player Trent Alexander-Arnold is heading towards the end of his contract.
The England international may need to be replaced soon as he is close to being able to leave Anfield on a free transfer, with no sign that a new deal is imminent.
Kayode could perhaps be a smart long-term replacement for Alexander-Arnold, although it might also be a bit early for him to make such a big move.
Brentford could therefore be an ideal stepping stone for the young defender as it would give him the chance to play regularly and adapt to life in the Premier League.
One imagines LFC and other big clubs will surely look at Kayode again if he ends up at Brentford and performs well.
