Kennet Eichhorn: Man City rival United for Hertha wonderkid – Fabrizio Romano
Kennet Eichhorn: Man City rival United for Hertha wonderkid – Fabrizio Romano Manchester United’s red-hot pursuit of Kennet Eichhorn has taken a sharp twist after a bitter rival stormed into the race for the Hertha Berlin wonderkid, according to a new report. Toni Kroos Regen Despite only turning 16 last summer, Eichhorn’s reputation in Germany is already skyrocketing after breaking into Hertha’s first team this season. The youngster has proven that age is just a number, however, as he has consistently produced excellent displays, demonstrating a maturity in and out of possession which has even drawn comparisons to Toni Kroos.
Described as an “all-action midfielder”, the 6’1 technician already possesses the well-rounded skill set modern football demands in the engine room, capable of dropping deep to dictate play or roaming forward to create havoc in the opposition half. His contract at the Olympiastadion contains a release clause worth between €10-12 million (£8. 75-10.
5m). A host of teams inside and outside of the Bundesliga have taken notice of this meteoric rise, with Real Madrid understood to be a frontrunner after their scouts delivered glowing reports on the potential heir to Kroos. Bayern Munich, Bayer Leverkusen and Eintracht Frankfurt are also keeping close tabs, while FC Barcelona will always find a home for a technically gifted midfield maestro in their ranks.
However, a report relayed by The Peoples Person revealed United are also hot on the Germany under-17 international’s tail. The Red Devils have established firm interest with a view towards “lining up” a summer swoop, such is INEOS’ desire to add him to their ranks. The club’s hierarchy have prioritised the capture of the best young talent from right across the globe since taking the helm at Old Trafford.
Chido Obi and Ayden Heaven – two of Arsenal’s brightest prospects – were signed, while further afield raids for Diego Leon from Paraguay and Malian starlet Sekou Kone were also launched. But Eichhorn may just be the most talented of the bunch – a fact the blue half of Manchester now appears to have recognised as well. City enter the fray Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reveals City have now joined the race for Eichhorn’s signature, raising the potential of a transfer war erupting between the two bitter rivals.