Liverpool chiefs are now 'confident' they can sign Borussia Dortmund's marquee midfielder Jude Bellingham after 'extensive talks' behind the scenes.

The Lowdown: Bellingham linked with Liverpool...

The 19-year-old is a very hot commodity in football right now as a 'stampede' of clubs reportedly take an interest in snapping him up next year.

However, it is reliably reported that Jurgen Klopp's side are frontrunners for his signature, with Telegraph journalist Matt Law claiming (via This is Anfield) that both the Reds and Real Madrid are 'leading the way'.

Chelsea owner Todd Boehly is also believed to be attempting some discussions with Bellingham's entourage, although a new report has shed light on some of Liverpool's own talks for the player.

The Latest: Liverpool 'confident' of signing Bellingham...

Indeed, Football Insider now claim that Anfield chiefs are 'confident' that they have laid the groundwork for a potential deal for the midfielder next year.

In addition, it is believed that 'extensive talks' have been held 'behind the scenes' with Bellingham's camp as Liverpool attempt to get ahead of the competition.

The Verdict: Promising update...

The teenage superstar would be a stellar signing for Klopp on Merseyside and a real asset who could help to add much-needed depth to Liverpool's midfield.

As per WhoScored, the England international ranks as Dortmund's best-performing player this season by average match rating, while only defender Nico Schlotterbeck can match him for most minutes in the Bundesliga.

He also had the honour of captaining the team at the weekend despite still being a teenager, although his side fell to a 3-2 defeat against Koln.

He is quite evidently one of football's most standout prodigies at the moment, and it seems only a matter of time before he seals a mega-money move to the Premier League.