Liverpool is targeting a “sensational talent” who is considered to be the “best in the world.” 

A left-sided centre back is something Liverpool is actively looking for, sources have told Football Insider.

After searching in this area last summer but failing to sign a senior player, it is thought that the Reds will intensify their pursuit of a new defender.

Football Insider has learned from reliable sources that Liverpool is looking to add a new player to cover for star Virgil van Dijk and could eventually take his spot. The 32-year-old is expected to be replaced.

The Reds have been closely watching Bayer Leverkusen centre back Piero Hincapie for a while now. They have scouted the 22-year-old extensively, and their interest has grown as a result of his superb performances for Xabi Alonso’s Bundesliga-winning team.

Hincapie, whose current contract expires in 2027, has impressed Liverpool scouts, and the club may make a bid for him in the off-season as they try to strengthen their defence and add cover for Virgil van Dijk.

Paul Robinson, a former England custodian and Football Insider analyst, asserts that Hincapie is a “sensational talent” with the potential to become “one of the best defenders in the world.”

Van Dijk is still part of Liverpool’s immediate plans, according to Football Insider, which reported on February 12 that he, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Mohamed Salah are willing to sign new contracts to prolong their spells at Anfield.

After Jurgen Klopp leaves the team, significant changes in the backroom are anticipated, but Joel Matip, a defender, is also expected to leave when his contract expires at the end of the current campaign.

Following Jorg Schmadtke’s resignation, a new sporting director will be chosen. According to insiders, Liverpool intends to contact Simon Rolfes, the head of Leverkusen, for the position, as reported by Football Insider on February 22.

Liverpool’s 4-1 victory over Luton Town on Wednesday, February 21, at Anfield kept them atop the Premier League.

On Sunday afternoon, February 25, they will play Chelsea in the League Cup final.

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According to reports, Ederson, an Atalanta midfielder, is a target for Manchester United, Liverpool, and Arsenal.

Ederson, an Atalanta midfielder, is apparently a target for Manchester United, Liverpool, and Arsenal.

The Premier division’s biggest clubs have taken notice of the 24-year-old Brazilian as he has established himself as a dependable player in the Italian division. Tutto Atalanta reports that the midfield player might fetch a summer transfer fee of up to €45 million. It will be fascinating to see if Liverpool, Manchester United, or Arsenal are willing to pay a hefty price for him.

At the end of the current campaign, Manchester United needs to bring him in as a centre midfielder. Since joining the team, Sofyan Amrabat has mostly disappointed, and when his loan agreement expires, he will return to his native club.

Ederson might wind up being a great addition to the Red Devils. In addition to adding creativity and goals to the side, he will assist in managing the game’s speed. This season, he has six goals and one assist in all competitions.

Likewise, when Thiago Alcantara departs Liverpool in the summer, the team will want a central midfield player. By season’s end, the Spaniard’s contract will expire.

In the event that Thomas Partey chooses to leave Arsenal, Mikel Arteta will need to effectively replace him. In recent months, there have been rumours that the Ghanaian international wants to leave Arsenal.

It will be intriguing to watch where Ederson ends up, since he will undoubtedly be tempted to join a major Premier League club. Although the Brazilian might be able to recoup the investment in the upcoming seasons, the stated asking amount might end up being a bit of an issue.