TEAMtalk reported that Liverpool are among nine clubs tracking Eintracht Frankfurt 15-year-old Niko Ilicevic. His existing agreement with Frankfurt is due to convert into a professional contract on his 16th birthday, running until 2029.
Player profile
Ilicevic is an attacking midfielder. He is a left-footed playmaker capable of operating in several attacking roles.
He has progressed through Frankfurt's academy and has already played up against older age groups. He has played in youth competitions including the UEFA Youth League, and has also scored regularly for Germany's under-17 side.
Clubs linked by TEAMtalk
TEAMtalk reported that Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea, Tottenham and Newcastle are all tracking Ilicevic. TEAMtalk also reported that Real Madrid, Barcelona, AC Milan and Inter Milan have scouted him.
Frankfurt's plan
TEAMtalk reported that Frankfurt have outlined a development plan that prioritises gradual exposure to senior football in the Bundesliga rather than an early move abroad.
What TEAMtalk's sources expect
TEAMtalk reported that sources expect Ilicevic to be invited to speak to the biggest clubs in the future. TEAMtalk reported that those same sources are not discounting a move in 2027 should there be an offer Frankfurt cannot refuse.