21-year-old who once rejected Liverpool now claims he’s even quicker than Usain Bolt

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Former Liverpool transfer target Karim Adeyemi has claimed that he’s even faster than former Olympic sprinter Usain Bolt.

Bolt, self-styled the fastest man on earth, has long been the benchmark for a sportsperson’s speed. But according to Adeyemi in his interview with Sky Sports today, the Jamaican has nothing on him. Asked whether he’s quicker than Bolt, the Borussia Dortmund striker had no doubt.

“Yes, I think so. I am very confident with that,” he said. ” [Others are] close, maybe. But not faster.”

But asked whether he could perhaps then prove it by competing at the 2024 Olympics, Adeyemi declined the invitation.

“No, I don’t think so,” he laughed. “I cannot. I am focusing on football.”

Liverpool miss out on Adeyemi

Liverpool were long-linked with a move for Adeyemi before he joined Dortmund last summer. Despite having reportedly gone as far as holding talks with the Reds, he turned around and chose the Black and Yellows instead.

That may have stung Liverpool, who were said to be licking their lips at the prospect of a ‘bargain’ signing from RB Salzburg.

Initially though, it looked like they might not be made to regret their missed opportunity. Adeyemi had a tough start to life at Dortmund, failing to score a Bundesliga goal until January.

But over recent weeks, the Germany international has hit his straps. After an adjustment period, Adeyemi now has three goals and three assists in his last three league games.

With nine goals in total from 29 games at Dortmund, he’s had an encouraging first year in the big leagues.

As he develops further, maybe Liverpool will still keep an eye on him for a future move. Until then, Adeyemi will continue to be the one who (very quickly) got away.