Borussia Dortmund reportedly interested in Colombian winger Yáser Asprilla

As Borussia Dortmund’s transfer window continues to move forward, the club has been linked with fresh faces that could come in as new reinforcements in the not-so-distant future. One of the club’s most recent reported targets seems to be Colombian winger Yáser Asprilla of Watford.

The report in question claims that Die Schwarzgelben sees Asprilla as “one for the future” and that they wish to conduct the deal discreetly so as to avoid the involvement of other clubs in the race for the winger’s services. Despite this, reports going back to June of this year document Dortmund’s reported interest alongside AC Milan. In the Premier League as well, Brighton, who like Dortmund have a reputation for being a great landing spot for young players, are also seemingly interested in acquiring the player's services.

Asprilla was one of the standout stars for Watford in the EFL Championship this season, scoring 6 goals and providing a further 7 assists. He excelled in terms of shot-creating actions (4.81) per 90 this year for his club and was one of their more dangerous outlets throughout the campaign. These performances are what have garnered him so much attention over the last couple months, and what may indeed spur a club of higher stature than watford to act and bring him into the fold of top tier professional football.

Asprilla, if he were to sign, would be the second South American talent that Dortmund has secured following the signing of highly-rated Ecuadorian youngster Justin Lerma. The 20 year old winger is currently valued at 9 million euros but it remains to be seen what Dortmund would actually be willing to offer for the player’s services. Previous reports have suggested that Watford are looking for 35 million euros for their star, but unless further departures occur on Dortmund's part it is unlikely the club would be willing to pay such a sum for the young attacker.