Liverpool have a new reason not to love Eden Hazard after the Reds left in shame

Chelsea legend Eden Hazard has often been a thorn in Liverpool’s side.

Liverpool have a new reason not to love Eden Hazard, after he was previously teased on the pitch by the Belgian. The former Chelsea star was reportedly instrumental in Romeo Lavia’s decision to move from Anfield to Stamford Bridge.

Liverpool spent much of the summer trying to sign Lavia. The Reds have rejected several offers from Southampton who value the player at at least £50m. Chelsea stepped in and matched the asking price, agreeing to pay £53m initially, plus a further £5m in addition. Eventually Liverpool also received an offer which was accepted by the Saints and it was up to the player to decide.

Like Moises Caicedo, Lavia chose Chelsea and signed a seven-year contract. To throw even more salt on Liverpool’s wounds, it appears that old nemesis Hazard influenced his decision.

Athletic say Hazard spoke to his Belgian compatriot before the deal was finalised. Hazard reportedly reassured Lavia that Chelsea would be the right place for him and provided insight into what it was like to live near London.

Chelsea have released a short clip of Lavia talking to Hazard on the phone after revealing the midfielder. However, the first conversation between the pair is said to have occurred earlier.

This latest development will only infuriate Liverpool fans even more. Hazard was often at his best on the pitch when he played against the Reds. In his 18 games against Liverpool, he scored seven goals. Only against Arsenal did he score the same number of goals.

Lavia might still have opted for a move to Chelsea even without Hazard’s influence. After his official announcement, the 19-year-old gave three reasons why he moved to the Blues.

Lavia told the Chelsea website: “Three factors influenced my decision. The project and the ambitions of the club were decisive factors in my choice to join Chelsea, as was the history of the club.

“It’s really exciting to be part of this football club and to write a bit of history. I am really happy and proud. It is a privilege to wear this jersey.

“Most of the players we signed are players I’ve played against and I was like ‘Oooooof, these players are good’, so it’s a great feeling to be able to work with them.” They are young and good players, so it’s nice to improve each other. This is the only way to be successful.”

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Big blow for Liverpool as £60m star agrees to move elsewhere: Reds had agreed deal

Manchester City are pushing to sign Wolves midfielder Matheus Nunes, who has been on Liverpool’s radar for a very long time.

Last year, Klopp’s side prepared an offer to poach the player from Sporting CP but he ended up joining Molineux’s side.

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Blow for Liverpool as £60m star agrees to move elsewhere – Reds had reached deal
August 24, 2023 Farjad Iftekhar 0 Comments newsnow

Manchester City are pushing to sign Wolves midfielder Matheus Nunes, who has been on Liverpool’s radar for a very long time.

Last year, Klopp’s side prepared an offer to poach the player from Sporting CP but he ended up joining Molineux’s side.

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During the January transfer window, The Telegraph revealed that the Merseysiders have already agreed to land the Portugal international in a £44m deal this summer. Moreover, Anfield Watch exclusively reported a week ago that the Reds are finally looking to sign the 24-year-old star.

However, according to the latest media reports, Nunes has agreed to join Man City who are keen to strike a deal with Wolves in a bid to get them over the finish line.

According to Fabrizio Romano, the Premier League champions have already agreed personal terms with the Seleccao star and submitted an initial offer of over €50m.

However, according to the latest update from Portugal, there is unlikely to be enough supply.

According to today’s version of O Jogo, the West Midlands club agreed a €45m entry fee and €5m top-up to sign Nunes from the Lions last summer. Now they want minimum compensation of €70m (£60m) to part with their prized possession.

Nunes scored just one goal and one assist in the Premier League last season and Manchester City want him to replace the injured Kevin de Bruyne, who directly contributed to 41 goals in the treble season.

Liverpool have seen several midfield goals move elsewhere this summer and it now appears the 11-man Portuguese will eventually move to the Etihad.