Liverpool eyeing up deal for Robinho, ex-Manchester United forward on move again – Paper Round

A familiar name is being linked with a move to the Premier League as Liverpool reportedly keep tabs on the son of former Manchester City striker Robinho. Anthony Martial, formerly of Manchester United, is also in Friday's newspapers as he prepares for another move, while Liverpool and Chelsea are prepared to battle it out for a South American teenage sensation.

Liverpool monitoring Robinho Jnr

The Daily Mail reports that Liverpool are keeping tabs on the son of former Real Madrid and Manchester City star Robinho.

The Reds have sent scouts to monitor the 17-year-old, who is pushing for a place in Santos’ first team.

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The article states: "Liverpool have had a scout present at a number of the matches of Brazilian giants Santos this year - and Confidential understands they are there to keep an eye on the son of former Real Madrid and Manchester City star Robinho.

"Robinho Jnr, 17, is on the verge of the first team at the Sao Paulo club whose famous ex-players include Pele, Neymar and Rodrygo, to name just three.

"Reds scout Dassler Marques has been present at many games this season watching Robinho Jnr despite the fact he is often a substitute. Neymar, who returned to Santos last year, has been spending a lot of time with the teenager on the pitch."

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Reds and Chelsea in battle for South American sensation

Chelsea and Liverpool are just two of the clubs monitoring the situation of a teenage sensation from Ecuador.

Defender Deinner Ordonez is just 15 years old and plays for Independiente del Valle who have produced the likes of Moises Caicedo, Kendry Paez and Arsenal defender Piero Hincapie.

"Chelsea have held talks over a move for Ecuador defensive prodigy Deinner Ordonez," reads the report in the Daily Mail.

"Still only 15, Ordonez impressed playing above his age group at the South American U20 Championships earlier this year where he was the youngest player to appear there in over a decade.

"His performances have already caught the eye of Liverpool scouts and clubs from Spain and Germany.

"Already over 6ft tall, Ordonez is right-footed but is utilised as a left-sided centre back where he is fast earning plaudits for excellent use of the ball and his ability to build play from the back. He is also strong in the air though still to develop physically.

"Independiente are willing to strike a deal to sell the youngster, similar to the transfer structured previously for Paez who agreed to leave at 16 but was only eligible for transfer this summer in turning 18."

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Martial linked with move to Mexico

Former Manchester United attacker Anthony Martial could be on the move again, according to a report.

The Frenchman joined AEK Athens on a free transfer after leaving Old Trafford in the summer of 2024.

He scored nine goals and provided two assists in 23 appearances before suffering an injury, and he is now being linked with a move away.

"Martial has fallen down the pecking order following the arrival of new manager Marko Nikolic," writes The Sun.

"So much so that Nikolic left the Frenchman out of AEK's squad for the Conference League.

"Reports in Greece suggest the Serbian tactician hasn't completely given up on the former Premier League star just yet.

"According to journalist Cesar Luis Merlo, the ex-Monaco star could find a way out of his current predicament by joining Pumas.

"The Mexican giants are scrambling for a late attacking addition before their summer transfer window slams shut on Friday.

"Pumas have shortlisted two top candidates, which are Martial and San Jose Earthquakes star Cristian Arango."

Anthony Martial (AEK Athènes).

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