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Manchester United and Chelsea target Kai Havertz compared to Zinedine Zidane by Bayer Leverkusen coach who says German starlet echoes legendary midfielder's 'elegance' on the pitch

Kai Havertz has the tools to go on and become a modern day Zinedine Zidane according to Bayer Leverkusen's assistant manager Marcel Daum.

Havertz has been one of the breakout stars for the German club this term from midfield and has become a key player for a team battling to qualify for the Champions League.

His performances have attracted interest from Premier League sides including Manchester United and Chelsea, and according to Daum the 20-year-old has the ability to become an all-time great.

Kai Havertz (above) has been likened to Zinedine Zidane by Bayer Leverkusen's assistant coach

'Everyone is asking about Kai Havertz,' the Leverkusen No 2 told talkSPORT .