Liverpool are among a group of Premier League clubs tracking Eintracht Frankfurt defender Nnamdi Collins as a potential defensive reinforcement. The 22-year-old German, who can play at centre-back or right-back, is also being monitored by Chelsea and Manchester United.
Collins has developed into an exciting prospect at Frankfurt and has represented Germany at under-21 level. His physical attributes and versatility have attracted attention from England's top clubs ahead of future transfer windows. Frankfurt have secured his services with a contract running until June 2030, making a mid-season departure unlikely. The Bundesliga side are understood to be seeking a fee in the region of €35 million for the player, a figure that currently exceeds his general market valuation. No formal negotiations have taken place involving Liverpool at this stage.
The scouting interest comes as Liverpool assess their defensive options. The team currently sits fifth in the Premier League with 15 points from nine matches, a record of four wins, three draws and two defeats. They have scored 11 goals and conceded nine so far this season. Their recent form has been inconsistent, with two wins, one draw, and two defeats in their last five league games, a sequence that includes consecutive losses. They lost 3-2 away to Fenerbahçe on Wednesday 4 November, with Alexander Isak scoring Liverpool's second goal, and were beaten 1-0 by Arsenal at home on Sunday 1 November. They travel to face 18th-placed Crystal Palace this Sunday 8 November, a match that will be another test for the back line.
Any potential move for Collins would represent a significant step in the player's career. For now, Liverpool's focus remains on immediate challenges as they look to close a nine-point gap to league leaders Arsenal. The team's top scorer this season is Alexander Isak, who has six goals in eight appearances, but defensive solidity will be key to improving their league position.
First reported at liverpoolfc.com
