Palmeiras quote €30m starting price for Liverpool target Eric Bele

Liverpool have made an enquiry about Palmeiras attacking midfielder Eric Bele, with the Brazilian club indicating that negotiations for the 19-year-old would begin at €30m, according to Sport Witness.

Palmeiras told the English club they are prepared to discuss a possible transfer, but Liverpool have not yet submitted an official offer and have currently paused their interest.

Bele has made seven appearances for Palmeiras’ senior side, scoring once. He has been more prolific at youth level, recording 20 goals and five assists in 40 matches.

The midfielder’s current contract with Palmeiras runs until 2031.