Record-breaking Premier League move looms for Socceroo
Lucas Herrington is on the verge of a move to a Premier League club that would be the most expensive transfer for an Australian player.
Australian teenager Lucas Herrington is close to breaking the transfer record for an Australian player, set by Harry Souttar's $23 million move to Leicester City in 2023. The 18-year-old central defender, signed by MLS club Colorado Rapids, is attracting interest from European giants including Barcelona and Liverpool. Hull City, in particular, has confirmed their interest in the Brisbane Roar product, with owner Acun Ilicali praising Herrington's potential.
Hull's owner believes the future star is "very big" and could be a "future star". A transfer fee between $35 million and $38 million is being discussed, with the deal expected to be finalized within a week. If completed, Herrington would join Patrick Beach and Paul Okon-Engstler as fellow Socceroos to sign post-World Cup deals to top-five leagues.
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