Liverpool are weighing up a move for young Schalke centre-back Malick Thiaw, who is earning a reputation as a quality defender, despite having only made one Bundesliga appearances thus far.
The 6ft 3in Schalke defender has been described as the 'new Joel Matip', another player who came through the ranks at Schalke before eventually moving to Anfield on a free transfer in 2016.
The Reds' scouts have been impressed by Thiaw's skill set and according to the Mirror, the world champions could trigger the 18-year-old's £7m release clause.
Like Matip, Thiaw is described as a powerful, tall, ball-playing defender, who can also be deployed as a defensive midfielder if need be.
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