The News of the World reports that English side, Liverpool have also been linked with Ghanaian starlet, Daniel Opare.

Opare who told the News of the World in an interview that it would be a dream come true to play in the Premier League, is reported to be close to completing a switch to Spain with Real Madrid his destination.

The defender, who is 17 and plays for local side, AshantiGold, has been named as part of the preliminary Black Stars team preparing for this month's African Cup of Nations.

Though the Madrid move remains on the cards, the player has hinted that he would prefer a move to the Premier League.

"I'm calm about my future, but to play in Europe will be to fulfil my dreams," Opare said in the News of the World.

"The Premier League is sensational."

Opare's enthusiasm for the English game will have been noted by Liverpool, who have reportedly been tracking his progress for some time.

The Reds could now decide to make an offer, although AshantiGold, who had a partnership agreement with Liverpool, have inserted a clause in his contract that will not allow him to move for less than £1.5million.