Well, he's still pretty new on the block. After breaking through at Partizan Belgrade, Markovic really hit the big time with a move to Portuguese side Benfica in July. Now, having turned 20, he's commanding a lot of attention, with seven goals for his new club last season.
Wanted: Lazar Markovic is one of the most highly rated youngsters in Europe and top of Liverpool's priorities
So why is he at Benfica? Weren't Chelsea interested?
They certainly were. In fact, the Partizan chairman thought a move to Chelsea this summer was practically a done deal, and the youngster was linked again during January. But Benfica, with more playing time and a strong collection of Serbian players seemed a better bet. With the Blues now covered in those areas, Liverpool are closing in on a move.
So is he a like-for-like replacement for Suarez?
Not exactly. Markovic can play up front, and he has a decent goalscoring record, but predominately he's a wide player, though he can also play in the hole.
Target: Markovic can play up front, and he has a decent goalscoring record
What are his strengths?
Above all, he's extremely quick. Expect him to trouble Spurs, because he has a turn of pace that would worry any Premier League defender and, most of the time, the touch to go with it. He likes to cut inside from the left onto his right foot, and has terrific balance when running with the ball.
He's not yet a prolific goalscorer, but he certainly knows how to finish, as his goals against Wales and this beauty against Guimaraes show...
Which Premier League player is he most like?
He doesn't quite have the trickery of an Eden Hazard, but he's certainly that kind of player. But he isn't at that level yet, and still has a lot of work to do before he's ready to be a Premier League star.
In demand: Markovic was watched by the Premier League's top clubs, and Liverpool will now make a bid
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