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Liverpool Scout Robinho Jnr as Brazilian Starlet Emerges

Liverpool are reportedly monitoring Robinho Jnr, the 17-year-old son of former Real Madrid and Manchester City forward Robinho. According to the Daily Mail, Dassler Marques, a Reds scout, has been a regular presence at Santos fixtures this season, keeping an eye on the teenager’s progress.

Rising Talent from Santos

Santos have long been a conveyor belt of world-class talent, producing the likes of Pelé, Neymar, and Rodrygo. Now, Robinho Jnr is beginning to make his own mark. Despite often featuring as a substitute, his potential has attracted the attention of Europe’s elite.

The article notes: “Robinho Jnr, 17, is on the verge of the first team at the Sao Paulo club whose famous ex-players include Pele, Neymar and Rodrygo, to name just three.”

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Significantly, Neymar, who rejoined Santos last year, has taken on something of a mentoring role. “Neymar, who returned to Santos last year, has been spending a lot of time with the teenager on the pitch,” the report highlights, adding to the excitement around his development.

Chelsea Also in the Race

Liverpool are not alone in their pursuit. Chelsea are also tracking the youngster, with their South American scouting network led by Alysson Marins closely following his progress.

Robinho Jnr currently wears his father’s iconic No.7 shirt at Santos and carries a hefty reported release clause of £43 million. However, as the Daily Mail reports, “Santos are protective of their next-best star getting in the spotlight too much,” particularly given the sensitive context of his father’s legal troubles in Brazil.

Potential Future in Europe

For Liverpool, the scouting mission fits into their wider recruitment policy of identifying elite prospects early. The Premier League champions have consistently looked to South America for future stars, and Robinho Jnr could represent another bold move in that direction.

Our View – Anfield Index Analysis

From a Liverpool fan’s perspective, this report sparks both excitement and caution. The thought of the Reds keeping tabs on a Santos talent with such pedigree naturally brings back memories of when Neymar and Rodrygo first emerged.

That said, fans will also be wary. The surname “Robinho” carries both the glamour of an ex-Real Madrid and Manchester City star, and the heavy baggage of his father’s legal history. For many, it will be vital that any move for Robinho Jnr focuses solely on the player’s own ability and potential, rather than his family background.

The release clause of £43 million might also raise eyebrows. For a player who is still largely a substitute at Santos, that figure feels ambitious. Liverpool’s recruitment team has often prided itself on value-driven deals, so it’s unlikely they would move at such a high price unless the teenager makes significant strides in the next year or two.

Still, the involvement of Neymar as a mentor is particularly encouraging. If the Brazilian legend sees something in Robinho Jnr, then it suggests there is genuine talent worth monitoring. Fans will watch developments with curiosity, but most would expect Liverpool to wait before committing. This feels more like a case of early groundwork rather than imminent action.