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Report: Brazilian wonderkid on Liverpool’s radar ahead of summer transfer window Liverpool Tracking Vinícius Lira as Long Term Left Back Option Liverpool’s recruitment team are once again casting their net across South America, and this time their attention has landed on an emerging defensive prospect from Brazil. According to reporting credited to Sport Witness , the Merseyside club have been closely monitoring Santos youngster Vinícius Lira as part of their ongoing succession planning at left back. With Andy Robertson approaching the latter stage of his Liverpool career and Milos Kerkez still establishing himself at Anfield, the club’s recruitment department are looking toward the next generation of talent.

Liverpool Scouts Monitoring Santos Prospect Sources cited by Sport Witness state that Liverpool’s South American scouting network have followed Lira’s progress for several months. The 18-year-old, currently developing at Santos FC , is viewed as one of the club’s standout academy products in recent seasons. As Sport Witness report, “Liverpool have been following the Santos youngster over recent months.

The club’s South American scouts have monitored his development as the Brazilian club gradually prepares him for a larger role in the senior squad. ” Photo: IMAGO Born in October 2007, Lira already possesses a physical profile that sets him apart from many players in his position. Standing around 1.

87 metres tall, he combines height with strong athleticism and long strides that allow him to surge forward during attacking phases. Coaches in Brazil frequently highlight his delivery from wide areas, particularly his crossing quality and ability on set pieces. The attacking side of his game appears well developed for a teenager still learning the demands of senior football.