Exclusive: Liverpool Joins Race for Nigerian Wonderkid Kamaldeen Abduljelil Amid U20 World Cup Buzz

Liverpool have made a bold move to hijack the signing of Nigerian sensation Kamaldeen Abduljelil, with the prodigy currently dazzling at the ongoing FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile.

Reliable sources confirm that the Reds have already reached out to Abduljelil’s representatives, signaling their serious intent to beat rivals to his signature. Their interest now adds further heat to an already competitive pursuit, as Chelsea, West Ham, Anderlecht, and Royal Antwerp are all firmly in the race for the highly-rated Kwara Football Academy (KFA) graduate.

At just 16, Abduljelil has become the fans’ favorite in Chile, winning admiration with his fearless displays and maturity well beyond his age. His performances in midfield have sparked excitement not only among the Nigerian faithful but also among scouts from Europe’s biggest clubs.

The Flying Eagles, with Abduljelil expected to play a pivotal role, are set to face Saudi Arabia tomorrow, 3rd September 2024, at 12 A.M Nigeria time, in what promises to be another showcase of his rising talent.

With Liverpool’s entry into the race, Abduljelil’s next career move could soon become one of the most closely-watched transfer battles in African football this year.