Liverpool are increasingly concerned about losing another prized talent to Real Madrid following fresh speculation surrounding teenage forward Josh Abe.
The Reds have suffered repeated setbacks against Los Blancos off the pitch, despite recent victories in competitive European fixtures.
Real Madrid previously beat Liverpool to key transfer targets, including Aurelien Tchouameni, Jude Bellingham, and highly rated defender Dean Huijsen.
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The most painful blow came when Trent Alexander-Arnold departed Anfield, running down his contract before sealing a move to Spain.
Although Liverpool recouped a modest fee, the departure highlighted Madrid’s pulling power over elite and emerging talent.
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Attention has now turned to Josh Abe, a 15-year-old forward excelling in Liverpool’s academy system this season.
Abe has impressed in the Under-18 Premier League and recently became the youngest Liverpool player to feature in the UEFA Youth League.
Concerns intensified after reports claimed the teenager was recently spotted visiting Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu stadium.
Abe is now represented by PLG Agency, run by Trent Alexander-Arnold’s brother, further fuelling unease among Liverpool supporters, reports Team Talk.
The agency has strong Madrid connections, having facilitated Alexander-Arnold’s controversial exit and representing several Liverpool prospects.
Despite Arsenal allegiances within Abe’s family, Real Madrid’s interest could prove decisive given their track record recruiting elite youngsters.
Liverpool now face a delicate challenge convincing Abe his future lies at Anfield amid growing external interest and agent influence.
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