Real Madrid with rival bid for Odegaard
But one man does look set to get away. Norwegian starlet Martin Odegaard has emerged as one of the hottest talents in world football, but the 15-year-old now looks bound for Real Madrid.
It was thought Liverpool were in pole position for Odegaard, a Reds fan, due to have a trial on Merseyside before Christmas, but according to the Daily Mail, Real Madrid now have the edge and are keen to shake on a pre-contract agreement.
Odegaard can pen a professional deal when he turns 16 next month and Real will give him the opportunity to sign for five years when he does so.