Liverpool make transfer ‘enquiry’ for Brazil breakout star as rival bid rejected

The latest Liverpool transfer news as the Reds have been credited with an interest in a highly-rated midfielder form Brazil.

Liverpool are one of thee clubs credited with an interest in Fluminense midfielder Isaque this summer, despite the teenager only just breaking into the first team. The 18-year-old is highly rated by the Brazilian club, having impressed when coming through the youth ranks.

He has been described by Brazilian outlet Globo as a ‘gem’. The same report claim that Liverpool and Manchester City have made enquiries over the player, but are yet to submit an official offer to Fluminense.

The club has however received an offer of €7 million (£6m) from Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk, which has been rejected.

Isaque signed a new contract with Fluminense back in February with his current deal running until 2029. He was a key player for the club’s U17 team, who won both the Copa do Brasil and the U17 championships last season.