Liverpool and Manchester United are reportedly involved in a transfer race for Aston Villa starlet Carney Chukwuemeka, who is rated as 'the best 16-year-old in England right now.
The teenage midfielder is also believed to be on Manchester City's radar, but Villa are hopeful they can persuade the youngster to commit his future.
The rising star has caught the attentions of the top clubs in England, while Liverpool and United scouts have been watching him in action for Villa's Under 18s this season, according to The Athletic.
Villa are confident they can strike a deal with the youngster and hand him a contract extension once the coronavirus crisis is over.