Liverpool have stepped up their interest in Wolverhampton Wanderers sensation Mateus Mane by inviting his agent to Merseyside to discuss the club\u2019s long-term project, a report has claimed, though there will be competition from at least six other teams.<\/p>\n
Mane has been Wolves\u2019 breakout star during what has been a tough season, with the 18-year-old having notched goal contributions against Arsenal, West Ham United and Everton in the Premier League. Mane, who can play as a No 10, right winger or centre-forward, only made his senior Wolves debut last May, but he has quickly built up a brilliant reputation.<\/p>\n
He pulled off a great pass in the build up to Wolves\u2019 sixth goal during the FA Cup thrashing of Shrewsbury Town, while his finishes against West Ham and Everton demonstrated composure and a player full of confidence.<\/p>\n
As per Liverpool outlet DaveOCKOP<\/a>, the teenager\u2019s agents are gauging interest from top Premier League clubs, and this has seen them travel to meet Reds officials.<\/p>\n The report claims Mane\u2019s representatives were recently seen at Liverpool\u2019s AXA training ground.<\/p>\n While the meeting was \u2018not necessarily transfer talks\u2019, Mane\u2019s agents wanted to \u2018get an understanding of Liverpool\u2019s situation amid a potential transfer\u2019 \u2013 possibly setting up further talks in the future.<\/p>\n This is not the first time Liverpool<\/a> have been mentioned as holding talks for the England youth international. It was claimed on February 5 that \u2018formal discussions\u2019 are underway over a potential switch to Anfield<\/a>, with Wolves valuing their starlet at \u00a345-50million.<\/p>\n Get the inside story first by joining our TEAMtalk Facebook channel<\/a> to receive the latest breaking and exclusive news straight into your Messenger inbox.<\/p>\n Liverpool involved in busy transfer chase<\/p>\n TEAMtalk\u2019s Graeme Bailey has also provided information on Mane\u2019s future, confirming on January 8 that Liverpool and Manchester United are closely monitoring his progress<\/a>.<\/p>\n But they are not alone, with Manchester City, Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur and Everton all scouting Mane, too.<\/p>\n Wolves quickly shut down any talk of the playmaker leaving in January. However, that stance will soften if their relegation to the Championship is confirmed.<\/p>\n While Mane is clearly still a raw talent, he could end up being a fantastic top-flight player if he moves to Liverpool. Sky Sports have praised the youngster for his \u2018outrageous\u2019 skills, \u2018fearless\u2019 style and \u2018astonishing impact\u2019 this season.<\/p>\n Liverpool: Star\u2019s Prem return; Konate latest<\/p>\n Chelsea want English midfielder in \u00a335m deal after Arne Slot dumped him from Liverpool for \u00a315m \u2013 report<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n