Friday, 7th March, 2014
Schalke sporting director Horst Heldt admits he has his eye on Hoffenheim starlet Roberto Firmino, a player he believes is nothing less than "great".
The 22-year-old attacking midfielder is attracting interest from a large number of clubs, with English Premier League giants Liverpool having been one of those mooted as keen on securing his services in the summer.
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Schalke, who view the Brazilian at close quarters regularly in the Bundesliga, may be another side in the mix.
And Firmino is someone that deal-maker Heldt certainly knows all about.
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Heldt told the DPA: "I have nothing to say except that Roberto Firmino is a great player.
"I imagine there are many clubs that are after him."
The 22-year-old has turned out 22 times in the Bundesliga for Hoffenheim in the current campaign, chipping in with an impressive 12 goals and providing nine assists for his team-mates.
In the German Cup, Firmino made four appearances in his side's run, scoring six goals and providing four assists.
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