Time is ticking for Liverpool as they look to secure one of Europe's hottest young talents. The Reds have been urged to act fast if they want to land Monaco's Maghnes Akliouche—a winger whose stock is rising faster than a Mohamed Salah counter-attack.

Liverpool scouts have had the 24-year-old Frenchman on their radar for months, and now French outlet L'Équipe reports that the forward is "almost certain" to leave Ligue 1 this summer. That puts the ball firmly in Liverpool's court.

Akliouche isn't just any winger. He's a right-sided lefty with silky footwork and an eye for goal—seven goals and 11 assists for Monaco this season, including three goal contributions in his last four outings. His manager, Sebastien Pocognoli, calls him a "unique and modern player."

But here's the catch: Akliouche is in contention for France's World Cup squad, which is set to be announced today. If he makes the cut and shines on the world stage, his price tag could skyrocket.

European football expert Andy Brassell put it bluntly on talkSPORT: "Get it over the line before the World Cup. If he has a few good cameos for France, Monaco will whack the price up." He didn't mince words: "If I was in Liverpool's position, get it done… get it done yesterday!"

With PSG and Tottenham also circling, Liverpool can't afford to play the waiting game. Akliouche has the pace, creativity, and upside that scream "Liverpool signing"—but only if they strike before the World Cup spotlight drives up the cost.