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Liverpool take ‘step forward’ in chase for £100m genius who Xabi Alonso once likened to Messi

Liverpool take 'step forward' in chase for £100m genius who Xabi Alonso once likened to Messi

The Reds are reportedly leading the race to sign Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund and could make a move as early as January

Liverpool have reportedly taken a 'step forward' in their pursuit of Jude Bellingham, with the Reds now leading the race to sign the Borussia Dortmund midfielder.

The 19-year-old is one of the most sought-after young players in world football, and Liverpool are believed to be at the front of the queue to sign him.

According to The Guardian, Liverpool have made a 'concrete offer' to Bellingham, and the player is now considering his options.

Bellingham has been compared to Steven Gerrard in the past, and he is seen as a potential long-term replacement for the Liverpool captain.

The England international has also been linked with Real Madrid and Manchester City, but Liverpool are now the favorites to sign him.

Bellingham is under contract with Borussia Dortmund until 2025, but the German club is reportedly willing to sell him for a fee in the region of £100m.

If Liverpool can sign Bellingham, it would be a major coup for the club. The midfielder is one of the most exciting young players in the world, and he has the potential to become a world-class player.

Here are some of the reasons why Liverpool are reportedly leading the race to sign Jude Bellingham:

• Liverpool have a good relationship with Borussia Dortmund, having signed Naby Keita from the German club in 2018.
• Liverpool are one of the biggest clubs in the world, and they can offer Bellingham the chance to play in the Champions League.
• Liverpool have a track record of developing young players, and Bellingham could follow in the footsteps of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Curtis Jones.

It remains to be seen whether Liverpool will be able to sign Bellingham, but the Reds are certainly in a strong position to do so.