Eder Balanta is part of a bidding war between Liverpool, West Ham, Juventus and Barcelona.
The highly rated centre back, who is currently playing for Argentine side River Plate, has attracted interest from some of Europe’s top clubs, however, it is Liverpool and West Ham leading the way in a proposed £6 million deal.
And at 21, he has already established himself in Colombia’s World Cup squad, having impressed in the South American’s superb World Cup campaign.
According to Italian newspaper Tuttosport, Juventus are set to table a bid in the coming days, to try and lure the youngster to Italy, and Serie A.
Barcelona have also expressed an interest due to his fine form, but it appears the player would prefer a move to the Premier League.
River Plate Vice-president Matias Patanian told Radio La Red: “For the moment we only know, in an official way, that Juventus are making a big effort for Balanta.
We have heard what an English newspaper is saying about West Ham.
“If the amount of money that the newspaper mentions is true and we receive an offer like that, then River could sit down and stat negotiations as it would be close to the amount the club expects for transferring Balanta.
“If the money that is being mentioned in the English media is that, then we will have to listen to them when we receive an official offer.
By Ben Reardon
@BenReardon1
