He was a revelation in the World Cup after being a revelation in the Bundesliga.
Benjamin Pavard's star is on the rise - and Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is said to be keeping note.
The versatile 22-year-old can play either right-back or centre-half, where he plays most of his games for VfB Stuttgart.
News outlet KickOff quote reports linking Pavard with a summer move to Anfield for around the €35m mark.
Capable in two different defensive roles they say Pavard showed during the World Cup that he can shine on the big stage.
And he can be signed for just €35m should Stuttgart fail to qualify for the Champions League.