With Bellingham ruled out, Bundesliga star approaching Liverpool

Following the imminent arrival of young Bundesliga star Jude Bellingham at Real Madrid, Liverpool were left without one of their most valuable candidates to reinforce their midfield for next season, however everything indicates that Reds' board is already rubbing their hands together thinking about the possible arrival of another great young figure from the German league, who would be more than happy with a move to Anfield.

It is no secret that the number one priority for Jürgen Klopp's side is to sign midfielders who can help the team return to the Champions League. Thus, the upcoming transfer window looks to be the most important in recent years for Liverpool, as it is the first time since 2006 that they will not be playing in the world's top club competition.

While it is true that the Merseyside club has a long list of prospects that Klopp likes and will try to reach out in the summer, there are certain players who are closer to wearing the Reds uniform than others. Such is the case of Argentina World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister, who appears to be one signing away from becoming the first official signing for Anfield.

While Liverpool's interest in Borussia Dortmund's Jude Bellingham was real, they are now targeting another great young talent who plays for FC Bayern and his name is Ryan Gravenberch. In addition, with the arrival of new sporting director Jorg Schmadtke, the Bundesliga market is opening up for Liverpool's board, as Schmadtke has extensive experience in the German league, with which he intends to convince those players who are not so happy in their current teams.

Who is Ryan Gravenberch?

Ryan Gravenberch is a 21-year-old Dutch midfielder who joined Bayern from Ajax last season. In the past, Gravenberch had been on Liverpool's radar, but the Bavarian giants kept the young talent. Despite this, Gravenberch's lack of activity with the German side and the fact that Bayern cannot guarantee him minutes, would bring him closer to Anfield this summer.