FLW understands that Liverpool have now joined Arsenal in the pursuit of 17-year-old Fulham striker Patrick Roberts.

Liverpool are eyeing a move for Roberts
Liverpool are eyeing a move for Roberts

The highly-rated winger amassed two Premier League appearances last season, and also won the under-17 European Championship with England in the summer.

According to FLW sources, Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers is targeting a summer move for the Fulham starlet, and the club are ready to fend off interest from Arsenal and Manchester United.

The 17-year-old can be utilised as a winger or striker, and his impressive performances this season and at the latter stages of last season have caught the eye.

Roberts has a contract that lasts until 2016 at Craven Cottage and Fulham are set to place a hefty price-tag on the talented youngster.