Liverpool linked with 'exceptional' Stefanos Tzimas as £21m transfer claim emerges
Liverpool have been linked with a transfer for striker Stefanos Tzimas. Sky Germany claim that the Reds have 'started talks' with German side FC Nurnberg for the forward, who is currently on loan with the club.
However, it is also claimed that Arne Slot's side face competition from several other clubs. The report adds that Nurenberg have set a price tag of €25 million (£21m) plus add-ons for the player.
So, who is Tzimas, and what would he bring to Anfield should he sign for the club? Here is everything you need to know about the reported Liverpool target.
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Who is Tzimas?
Stefanos Tzimas is a 19-year-old striker who currently plays for Bundesliga 2 side FC Nuremberg. The teenager started his career with Greek side PAOK Salonika and is currently on loan with Nuremberg, with the club planning to activate the €18 million (£15m) option to buy in the summer.
He is a Greece U21 international and has five caps for the youth team but is yet to get on the scoresheet. He, however, does have seven goals in 11 caps for the U19 side.
How has he done this season?
So far this season, he has caught the eye in the second tier of German football. In his 14 league appearances, he has scored eight times and provided a further two assists. His latest goal came on Sunday, where he scored the winner in a 1-0 victory over Eintracht Braunschweig.
Who else is interested?
Chelsea, Brighton, Aston Villa and Bundesliga clubs are showing an interest, according to Sky Germany. It has also been reported elsewhere that Manchester United and Newcastle United, as well as Italian clubs, are monitoring developments.
What will he bring to Liverpool?
According to footballtalentscout.net, Tzimas is 'the most talented prospect in Greek football'. They write: “The 18-year-old striker pairs an extraordinary physique and stature with superb mobility, pace, and power.
"Tzimas epitomizes the modern target man, expertly combining penetrative off-ball movement with a robust ability to hold up possession.
“Though blessed with an exceptional ball-striking technique, Tzimas rarely needs to unleash a powerful finish, as his clever penalty box movement often provides him with easy poacher finishes akin to those of a seasoned veteran.”
The report then adds: “There are ample reasons for optimism, but Tzimas does still have areas to improve. Most notably, the precision of his passing and his play in tight spaces need to improve to unleash his full potential.”