Mukoko has always been considered one of the most exciting young players in the world. The Borussia Dortmund striker became the youngest player in Bundesliga history in November 2020 at the age of 16 years and a day. Now he is a full-fledged star.
At just 17 years old, Mukoko has made 15 appearances for Borussia Dortmund this season, contributing three goals and four assists in various competitions. His performances caught the attention of some of Europe's biggest clubs.
In addition to Liverpool, Real Madrid, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain are also chasing Mukoko, whose contract with Borussia Dortmund expires in June 2023, according to Sport newspaper. Thanks to Klopp's personal admiration for the player and his relationship with his old club, Liverpool now have the initiative.
Injuries to Luis Diaz and Diogo Jota, as well as Darwin Núñez, who missed Saturday's game against Nottingham Forest, have left Liverpool's forward position gaped. Mukoko fits the requirements of their team.
Notably, Haaland is a big Mukoko fan. He said after Mukoko's record-breaking debut: "I'm really happy for him and I'd really like to find a time to work with him. I think he's one of the most talented players in the world at the moment. He was only 16 years and a day, but he was doing very well. He has a great future. ”
Haaland later praised Mukoko constantly. In May 2021, he told Insider: "Mukoko is very strong and the technology is very good." "He has improved his game at one of the top clubs. The club gave him the opportunity to play. It's not about his age. ”
Mukoko grew up in Cameroon with his grandparents, but moved to Germany when he was 10, where he was discovered by Dortmund's youth academy. Since then, he has made five appearances for the German Under-21 national team, scoring six goals. Premature fame meant that Mukoko was very accustomed to dealing with hype and anticipation.
Mukoko said in June: "I know what people around me have been saying. Including my parents, broker. I think I can handle it. I don't need to prove anything to anyone, I just need to prove it to myself. ”
Enjoy his time at Borussia Dortmund, where he can play alongside players like Bellingham, Julian Brandt, Reus and Eden Hazard. And Mukoko is also very clear about his position: "My role is to score goals, that's where the coach trusts me, he told me from the beginning: 'I am counting on you. It gives me a lot of confidence. ”
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