Liverpool want Belenenses wonderkid

Liverpool are understood to be keen on landing the services of Belenenses youngster Fabio Sturgeon when the reopens in January.

The Reds boss Brendan Rodgers is known for playing his youngsters at the big stage, having already offered first-team opportunities to the likes of Raheem Sterling, Suso and Jordan Rossiter this season.

Sturgeon, who made five appearances for the Portuguese Under-20 side, is understood to have attracted interest from a host of top clubs from Europe.

According to The Mirror, the Merseyside giants are considered front-runners to seal the player's signature, and are preparing to make their move in the winter transfer window.

Liverpool are currently ninth in the Premier League table.