A stern battle of ownership has erupted between English Premier League giants, Liverpool and Chelsea over the ownership of Nigerian-born youngster, Josh Abe, Sports247 gathered.
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Although Abe is currently on the cards of Liverpool, their EPL rivals from London are reportedly in the hunt for his signature, as The Blues seek to usurp the Nigerian-born lad from The Reds’ camp.
A report by The Liverpool Echo reveals that The Reds are fighting to keep hold of the 15-year-old prospect, as Chelsea are pushing hard to snatch Abe from their grip and take him to Stamford Bridge.
The report adds, “Stung by Liverpool’s swoop for their teen starlet Rio Ngumoha, Chelsea are targeting Abe in part out of revenge.
“Abe is so highly rated inside Liverpool that on Thursday he enjoyed a first call-up to senior training by Reds’ manager, Arne Slot.
“He also made his debut in the UEFA Youth League last month in Liverpool’s defeat to MKS Zilina in front of over 10,000 fans.
“Abe made his U18 debut in September and already has five goals and two assists in the U18 Premier League North.
“Watching his progress are Chelsea, which are drawing up plans to tempt Abe and his family south before he is eligible to pen scholarship forms.”
