Liverpool: Rio Ngumoha has already issued verdict on transfer exit amid Bayern talks | OneFootball

Young star’s stock continues to rise amid interest to take him away from Anfield

The German giants have reportedly made the youngster a key target this summer, with The Athletic and Sky Germany both reporting that talks with the player have taken place.

The Athletic report that Bayern are considering multiple options to add to their attack, having seen a move for Anthony Gordon collapse, and the teenager is top of their wishlist.

Ngumoha’s stock rose further on Saturday with a senior England debut, coming off the bench to produce an eye-catching display which earned him the man-of-the-match award.

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The young star has shone in his breakthrough campaign at Anfield, scoring two goals and adding an assist in 29 appearances across all competitions for the Reds, who decided against replacing Luis Diaz - who joined Bayern himself - in favour of nurturing Ngumoha’s development.

Ngumoha was rewarded for his shining performances with a professional contract back in September, which runs until 2028.

And Liverpool fans should have few fears of the 17-year-old departing this summer, if previous his words are anything to go by.

After scoring the opening goal in Liverpool's 2-0 win over Fulham in April, Ngumoha told Sky Sports: "Liverpool, for me, is the biggest club in the world.

"To start so young and the manager having belief in me and all the players, it's great. So, I've got to keep working hard and keep pushing on and just go again."