Liverpool transfer news: Karim Adeyemi price revealed, as Liverpool faces Nico Williams blow

As Arne Slot searches for his first summer addition, Liverpool is lagging behind Barcelona in their pursuit of signing Spain international Nico Williams.

The summer transfer window for Liverpool has not yet officially opened while new manager Arne Slot evaluates his team.

Slot is anticipated to request several new players from the club executives in order to bolster the roster that Jurgen Klopp left behind. Nico Williams, who has been playing for Spain at Euro 2024, is at the top of his list.

However, Barcelona is now putting up a fight for the winger, who is thought to have Barcelona as his ideal destination. Anthony Gordon, the backup target, is becoming uneasy with that setback as questions about his future persist.

Karim Adeyemi, who has been linked to a move to Anfield, has also intimated that Borussia Dortmund is willing to take a lowball offer.

Barca joins the Williams race

Liverpool’s chances of acquiring the winger have been dashed as Barcelona has entered the battle to sign Nico Williams. Williams’ transfer to Anfield has been strongly suggested, but Barca president Joan Laporta is certain he can steal the Spain international right out from under the Reds’ nose.

Laporta stated to Catalunya Radio, “Economically speaking, we could commit to the signing of Nico Williams.” “Nico is a player I really enjoy watching. We are discussing potential signings with [coach Hansi] Flick.

“We must now part ways with [sporting director] Deco in order to conclude the projects we are working on. Regarding the financial [problems], we will be able to share some positive news soon and will once again be playing within La Liga’s Fair Play parameters. And that will make it possible for more encouraging [signings] news.”

Gordon becoming unsettled 

Anthony Gordon, a target for Liverpool, is allegedly becoming sidetracked by the speculation over his future. Although he has had difficulty getting playing time during the competition, the 23-year-old is presently a member of the England squad for Euro 2024.

Gordon was Newcastle’s standout player and the team’s Player of the Year the previous year. His performances made him a target for Liverpool, especially considering the challenging circumstances surrounding the Magpies due to FFP regulations.

The Daily Star claims that although the Reds eventually declined to sign him, there is ‘increasing fear’ among England’s top brass that Gordon has ‘taken his eye off the ball a little bit’ due to the rumours.

Dortmund is pressuring Adeyemi exit.

Karim Adeyemi’s departure from Borussia Dortmund looks to be the goal, as Liverpool is one of the teams rumoured to be interested in signing him. Adeyemi failed to live up to his promise after joining the Bundesliga team in the summer of 2022.

The attacker fell down the ladder last season, scoring just five goals in all competitions. Sky Germany reports that Dortmund is ready to allow him to go and may approve a transfer if a proposal of £25 million is made.

As they look for a new winger, Liverpool is one of the teams mentioned as having interested in the German teenager. While no firm offers have been made, Chelsea, AC Milan, and Juventus are also contenders.