Liverpool 'battling West Ham United for Fulham's Fabio Carvalho'

Liverpool will battle West Ham United in an attempt to sign Fulham's Fabio Carvalho, according to a report.

The 19-year-old is in demand at the moment following an impressive first half of the season in the Championship, where he has played 15 times and scored five goals.

According to The Sun, Liverpool are considering making a £5m bid for Carvalho this month, while the Hammers are also interested in signing him.

However, there is still tension between the Reds and Fulham over the Harvey Elliot transfer, which could play a part in this, while Leeds United and Porto are also keeping tabs on the situation.

Carvalho is out of contract with the Championship club in the summer, with just six months left on his deal, therefore a compensation fee could secure the deal.

Fulham shall be back in action later on today when they face Birmingham City in their latest league game.