Manchester United compete with Liverpool and Arsenal to sign the wonderkid dubbed the “next Toni Kroos.
Liverpool and Manchester United are reportedly battling to sign teenage sensation Kennet Eichhorn from Hertha Berlin. The two Premier League heavyweights have joined the chase for the 16-year-old midfielder, who has been labeled a “rough diamond” by those within German football. Eichhorn’s growing reputation has placed him on the radar of several top European clubs, with Hertha valuing the youngster at around £17 million.
The German prodigy has made waves since being handed his senior debut this season by coach Stefan Leitl. Originally promoted to the first team due to an injury crisis, Eichhorn quickly proved too talented to drop, establishing himself as a regular starter. He has already made eight appearances in Germany’s second division, impressing with his maturity and tactical intelligence.
Reports from Bild and Mundo Deportivo confirm that Hertha Berlin are open to negotiating offers in the £17 million range. Scouts from major clubs — including Real Madrid, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, RB Leipzig, Eintracht Frankfurt, and Bayer Leverkusen — have been spotted monitoring his progress at the Olympiastadion.
In England, Liverpool and Manchester United are leading the charge, but Arsenal and Manchester City are also believed to be keeping close tabs on the player. Representatives from these clubs have reportedly been attending Hertha matches to assess Eichhorn’s performances firsthand.
Eichhorn, who operates primarily as a defensive or central midfielder, is praised for his exceptional composure, game awareness, and ability to dictate tempo — traits that have earned him comparisons to Toni Kroos. Coach Leitl has spoken highly of the teenager, saying, “It doesn’t matter if he’s 16 or 17; his talent is undeniable. He’s going to be a very special player.”
Although Eichhorn signed a contract extension with Hertha in July, his rapid rise and consistent performances have made it increasingly difficult for the club to fend off interest from Europe’s elite. With his remarkable development and potential, Kennet Eichhorn has quickly become one of the most exciting young prospects in German football.
