Hertha BSC’s 16-year-old gem Kennet Eichhorn has emerged as a target for half of Europe, attracting transfer interest of “unprecedented” ferocity according to reports in Germany.
Eichhorn appears to be a name to remember. The defensive midfielder who already stands at 6’1” became the youngest player in the history of Germany’s second tier this season when he came on against Karlsruher SC in August just two weeks after his 16th birthday.
“He is an incredible, exceptional talent,” Eichhorn’s giddy teammate Fabian Reese gushed after that maiden outing. “If he continues like this, all doors will be open to him. I have rarely seen anyone so talented at that age. He has a huge career ahead of him.”
The teenager has already amassed seven league starts this season and is a regular for Germany’s U17 team. This staggering rise has attracted admiring glances from a glut of clubs, with scouts from Manchester United, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain in the stands to watch Eichhorn, report.
Bundesliga powerhouses Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig are also circling for a player who is contracted to Hertha until 2029. claim that Eichhorn has a release clause valued at between €10–12 million (£8.8–10.5 million, $11.6–13.9 million) which can be triggered next year.
However, Eichhorn has been advised to stay at Hertha for the benefit of the club and the player.
