The South American talent pipeline is once again in the spotlight, as **Chelsea and Liverpool prepare for a tug-of-war over two of the continent’s brightest young stars.**
### Chelsea Target Ecuador’s Defensive Prodigy
Chelsea’s aggressive South American scouting operation is back in action. Following big-money moves for Moisés Caicedo and Kendry Páez — and with Estevão already London-bound — the Blues are now chasing **15-year-old centre-back Deinner Ordóñez** of Independiente del Valle.
Ordóñez has already carved out history this year, becoming the youngest player in a decade to feature at the South American U20 Championships. Tall, composed, and technically sharp, he has drawn early comparisons to Arsenal’s Piero Hincapié.
Chelsea are reportedly considering a **£14m move**, mirroring the strategy that secured Páez — sign him now, let him mature in Ecuador, and bring him to Europe at 18.
### Liverpool Join the Race — With Wider South American Focus
Liverpool scouts have also been impressed by Ordóñez’s blend of size, athleticism, and ball-playing ability, and the Reds are ready to rival Chelsea for his signature.
But Jurgen Klopp’s former club aren’t stopping there. Liverpool are also tracking **Robinho Junior**, the 17-year-old son of former Real Madrid and Manchester City forward Robinho. Currently at Santos, the teenager has already debuted for the senior team after notching **four goals at U20 level**.
Though raw, his **explosive left-wing playstyle** and famous surname make him one of the most closely-watched prospects in Brazil.
### A South American Tug-of-War
For both Chelsea and Liverpool, South America is no longer a scouting trip — it’s a **battlefield for the next generation of superstars.** With clubs racing to strike deals early, Ordóñez and Robinho Junior could soon headline a new wave of transfers shaping the Premier League’s future.
