Anderlecht is looking to strengthen its squad during the summer transfer window. Antoine Sibierski is not only looking for direct reinforcements, but also focusing on the future. In this regard, the Belgian record champion is targeting Valentin Joseph. The 17-year-old striker is currently going through the youth ranks of Blackburn Rovers. And it's not easy for him. Joseph wants to take the step to the A-team, but he's not getting any chances in Blackburn. The reason for this is clear. The Riversiders fought a full season against relegation. In that case, it's not evident to let a 17-year-old talent taste top-level football. Nevertheless, Joseph is seen as a top talent with a lot of potential across the Channel. And Antoine Sibierski knows that too. The sports director of RSC Anderlecht has Joseph on his wish list. The 17-year-old striker can be an opportunity for paars-wit. To give you an idea: at the U18 of Blackburn, he scored 21 goals in 31 matches last season. The English media know that Anderlecht is also one of the top contenders to sign Joseph. Rangers FC and VfL Wolfsburg have also put Joseph on their wish list, but paars-wit has an extra trump card to play. With RSCA Futures in the Challenger Pro League, Joseph gets the time to adapt to Belgian football and professional football. With the trajectories of Mihajlo Cvetkovic and Keisuke Goto, it can be shown how quickly it can go for an attacker. It's not clear yet how much the transfer of Joseph will cost. But it's safe to say that a potential fee for a 17-year-old attacker will not be a problem for paars-wit. A market value is not known at the moment.
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Anderlecht battles for top transfer target
Anderlecht is one of the top contenders to sign 17-year-old Blackburn Rovers striker Valentin Joseph.
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