Joshua Kimmich is leading the race for a transfer to Liverpool, with a suggested Anthony Gordon swap deal.

Richard Hughes, the sporting director, is leading Liverpool’s hunt for manager Arne Slot as they continue to try to sign a player during the summer transfer window.

Liverpool hasn’t finished a summer transfer yet because several players are currently concentrating on the Copa America and Euro 2024.

With his feet firmly planted under the desk, Arne Slot is hard at work getting ready for the upcoming 2024–2025 season. The Dutchman may have to wait a while for the Reds to achieve his own transfer goals.

As recently highlighted by Mirror Football, Liverpool’s summer campaign is anticipated to be one of continuity rather than revolution, even with the new leadership. Richard Hughes, the sporting director, is still open to the idea of signing players, though, if a deal comes up or as a replacement for current players.

Here are the most recent Liverpool-related rumours, covering both potential ins and outs.

Kimmich ‘in a favourable position’.

Kimmich ‘in pole position’Joshua Kimmich, a top player for Germany who is now competing for his nation at Euro 2024, is rumoured to be leaving Bayern Munich this summer. Liverpool is one of the teams connected to the player. The most recent sources state that if Liverpool wants him, they will have to face off against Manchester City.

Teun Koopmeiners of Atalanta had piqued Liverpool’s interest, but according to TuttoJuve, Kimmich is now the front-runner for a transfer. Although Kimmich is a more offensive player and Koopmeiners was Slot’s previous captain at AZ Alkmaar, Kimmich is a better fit.

With just a year remaining on his Bayern deal, Kimmich is apparently unwilling to sign a new deal, despite reports that Real Madrid and Barcelona are also interested. His estimated net worth is £40 million. The £60 million Dani Olmo of RB Leipzig is another player that City is interested in.

Bologna desires to trade Calafiori.

Bologna centre back Riccardo Calafiori is well-liked by Liverpool, and according to Mirror Football, the Italian team would rather sell to the Premier League if they lose him this summer.

Calafiori, who played for Italy at Euro 2024 until their elimination against Switzerland on Saturday, is also attracting interest from Arsenal and Juventus. He will now need to make a decision regarding his future. Although he can play left back as well, his versatility at centre back is what makes him appealing.

The sporting director of Liverpool, Hughes, is also well-known for being a fan of the 22-year-old, whom he once followed while he was employed at Bournemouth. Because his old club Basel is entitled to 40% of any sale exceeding £5 million, the fee is probably in the region of £40 million or more.

Reds float Gordon swap

Liverpool may try to persuade Newcastle to sell Anthony Gordon by including Caoimhin Kelleher in a trade.

According to TEAMtalk, Liverpool is willing to offer Kelleher and £50 million in order to persuade Newcastle to let go of their best player. In an attempt to allay their concerns about profit and sustainability rules, the Magpies have sold Elliot Anderson to Nottingham Forest and Yankuba Minteh to Brighton, turning down Chelsea’s request for Alexander Isak.

Liverpool estimates the Kelleher’s worth between £25 and £35 million, thus the overall cost of the offer would be between £75 and £85 million. Gordon used to play for Everton, so if he moves to Merseyside, there might be opposition.