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Liverpool pushing to beat Premier League rivals to ‘outstanding’ Scottish wonderkid

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Liverpool have made it a mission of sorts in recent years to sign the biggest and best from the English and Scottish youth scene.

This summer alone saw Liverpool secure the signing of Rio of Ngumoha from Chelsea, with the Reds adding Trey Nyoni and Ben Doak to their ranks in previous windows, two youngsters that could go on to have exceptional careers at Anfield.

With Liverpool also interested in AS Roma wonderkid Renato Marin, there is some space for the Merseyside giants to make some international signings, with the Premier League leaders having an eye on the future when it comes to their transfers.

And Liverpool are now keen to beat Premier League rivals to one signing next year.

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Liverpool in the driving seat to sign Motherwell talent Lennon Miller

According to CaughtOffside, Liverpool are leading the race to sign Motherwell wonderkid Lennon Miller, with the Reds determined to beat Premier League rivals to the 18-year-old’s signature in 2025.

Lauded by Scottish Football Analysis as an ‘outstanding’ talent, Liverpool were linked with a move for Miller earlier this month, with the Reds having an advantage in their bid to sign the £8m midfielder.

With Doak becoming a full Scottish international since making the move from Celtic to Liverpool, Miller could be inspired to follow his fellow countryman to Anfield to ensure his development continues at one of the biggest clubs in Europe.

And with Liverpool confident in their abilities to sign Miller, a deal to secure the Motherwell talent’s services could be wrapped up sooner rather than later, with the midfielder ready for the next step in his career.

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Liverpool could be the perfect destination for Miller

With Liverpool having a gem on their hands in Doak and having another top Scottish prospect on their hands in Calvin Ramsay, it’s easy to see why Merseyside could be a dream destination for Miller next year.

The Reds have a proud history of developing Scottish talents, and Miller could become the latest in a long line of superstar players to play for Liverpool and the Tartan Army for years to come.

Indeed, Miller is clearly ready for the next step in his career, and a move to Anfield would do just that for the Scottish youth international, who might know already that Merseyside is the ideal location for his career to move forward.