The 16-year-old is highly regarded in Germany and is enjoying a breakout season in the Bundesliga 2, featuring 12 times for Hertha Berlin.
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Eichhorn has been heavily linked with Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund, along with other clubs in the Premier League and Spain.
According to Sky Germany, though, it’s Bayer Leverkusen who have stolen a march on the other and look set to secure the youngster’s services.
It’s understood that the defensive midfielder is available for around €12 million due to a release clause in his Hertha Berlin contract.