Liverpool are reportedly keeping tabs on Brighton winger Kaoru Mitoma as his contract situation on the south coast grows increasingly uncertain, according to EPL Index.
The Japan international has long been admired across the Premier League for his pace and dribbling ability, and talk is said to be building around a potential reunion with Tottenham, who have previously been linked with Mitoma. However, it's Liverpool who are understood to be monitoring developments closely as Brighton face a delicate stand-off over fresh terms.
With his current deal ticking down, Brighton could find themselves under pressure to cash in sooner rather than risk losing Mitoma for a reduced fee or on a free transfer further down the line. The Seagulls have built a reputation for extracting strong value from departing stars, but Mitoma's situation appears to be testing that model.
Nothing concrete has emerged beyond interest at this stage, with EPL Index stressing this remains a developing story rather than an advanced negotiation. Liverpool's exact level of engagement, and whether a formal approach is imminent, is yet to be clarified.