Liverpool intends to recruit 18-year-old Josh Acheampong from Chelsea's youth academy, following their successful acquisition of Rio Ngumoha from Chelsea over the summer. Real Madrid is also reportedly considering a January move for Acheampong.

Liverpool could swoop in for Josh Acheampong if Real Madrid does not proceed with the transfer. Liverpool are huge admirers of Acheampong, and this interest is amid rising tensions between Chelsea and Liverpool due to previous transfers.