Portsmouth eyeing Liverpool midfielder Herbie Kane

Neil Allen
By Neil Allen

Chief sports writer

Published 9th Aug 2019, 13:14 BST
Updated 9th Aug 2019, 18:29 BST
Pompey are monitoring Liverpool’s Herbie Kane.

The attacking midfielder enjoyed a successful loan spell at Doncaster Rovers last season.

The Champions League holders have again earmarked the 20-year-old for loan experience during the current campaign.

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It is understood that scenario has brought Kane to the attention of the Blues, with the League One and League Two transfer window open until September 2.

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The former England under-17 international has been tipped for a bright future at Anfield, signing a new deal in December 2018.

Last term’s initial six-month stay at Doncaster developed into a season-long presence, making 49 appearances and scoring seven times.

Kenny Jackett has this summer recruited eight players to bolster Pompey’s promotion aspirations.

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Herbie Kane (right) vies with Crystal Palace midfielder Andros Townsend in last season's FA Cup. Picture: Lindsey Parnaby/AFP/Getty Imagesplaceholder image
Herbie Kane (right) vies with Crystal Palace midfielder Andros Townsend in last season's FA Cup. Picture: Lindsey Parnaby/AFP/Getty Images

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And, following yesterday’s closure of the Premier League and Championship transfer window, Kane is available – and in the Blues’ sights.

Related topics:PompeyLiverpoolPortsmouthDoncaster RoversNathan ThompsonChampions LeagueBluesEnglandLeague Two

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