Liverpool may be regretting their decision to not pursue Borussia Dortmund striker Youssoufa Moukoko.

The young German international was scouted by the Reds and came with a recommendation from Manchester City star Erling Haaland.

However, Daily Mirror states that Liverpool did not move for Moukoko in January when they had funds to sign a forward.

Instead, they pushed to secure Cody Gakpo from PSV Eindhoven, who has struggled so far.

Haaland previously stated of Moukoko: "I'm really happy for Youssoufa, I'd really like to play with him sometime. I think he's one of the biggest talents in the world right now. He's only 16 years and one day old, and he's playing fantastically. He has a great career ahead of him."

Haaland then said a year later, adding to Insider: "[Youssoufa] is very powerful and skillful. He is already at one of the top clubs for improving his game. The club gives you a chance to play. It does not matter what age you are."