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“Liverpool understood why we couldn’t accept their transfer bid for our $40 million player”

Andre Trindade was reportedly a target for Liverpool last summer, according to Fluminense president Mario Bittencourt, who has been talking up the Brazilian star.

Four new players joined Liverpool’s midfield lineup in the summer as part of an overhaul of that group. Prior to Dominik Szoboszlai, Wataru Endo, and Ryan Gravenberch, there was Alexis Mac Allister.

However, there was another name that was frequently associated with a move: Andre Trindade. It still makes some stylistic sense a year later, in the midst of the hunt for a number six that ultimately produced Martin Zubimendi.

However, Andre’s Brazilian club Fluminense insisted that he stay until January at the latest. Andre was kept around for the FIFA Club World Cup, which Pep Guardiola’s team won 4-0 in December. He participated in that match. Despite the winter window, Andre stayed and is still under contract with the South American behemoth. Mario Bittencourt, the president of Fluminense, has now discussed the trade.

He claims that Liverpool made a bid for the midfield player, who was valued at $40 million (£30 million/€35 million), but the Reds comprehended his inability to let the 22-year-old go. Fulham has expressed interest in him as well.

According to him, “Liverpool understood our move and we knew that new offers would come in,” Flashscore reported. This time around, the player and his manager have been really open and honest with us.

We are aware that the player has the last say. We won’t oppose him if he wants to play overseas, and I’ve promised them that I’ll do everything in my power to fulfil this goal.”

According to Liverpool.com, Andre appears to be a player who may succeed in the Premier League, therefore it’s strange that no team has acquired him despite his frequent links to a move to England. It will be interesting to watch how he adjusts if he ever decides to switch.

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Liverpool defender is close to signing a potential £20 million contract to join Brentford

Sepp Van Den Berg is allegedly on the verge of being sold by Liverpool.

Thomas Frank’s Brentford has been eyeing the 22-year-old for some time, and the Bees have expressed interest in signing him before the summer transfer deadline, which is at the end of the month.

David Ornstein of The Athletic has reported that Van Den Berg is expected to sign a long-term contract to depart Anfield.

The Dutch centre back might move on in quest of a fresh challenge if the Reds are successful in meeting their £20 million value.

Sepp Van Den Berg is about to depart from Liverpool

Van Den Berg, who enjoyed loan stints with Preston North End, Schalke, and Mainz after joining Liverpool from PEC Zwolle as a young player back in 2019, now appears likely to sign a permanent deal with a new team.

Van Den Berg hasn’t played for the team in more than five years, and it’s obvious that he has no position in the starting lineup going forward. However, the story with the Bees might be somewhat different.

Frank’s team seems to be the most frequently associated with Liverpool’s number 72, and they may formally bid on the player before the transfer window closes.

August 24, 2024
Joshua Kimmich is one of six last-minute moves that Liverpool can finalise on deadline day.

Joshua Kimmich is one of six last-minute moves that Liverpool can finalise on deadline day.

This year’s January transfer market has seen no additions for Liverpool, but that could change on the day of Jurgen Klopp’s departure from the Reds’ managerial position.

With just over 12 hours remaining, Jurgen Klopp can enjoy his last transfer window as manager of Liverpool.

The German is scheduled to leave Anfield at the end of the current campaign, and Ryan Gravenberch will be the last player he signs if he doesn’t sign anyone else. All of that could, however, alter on the day of the deadline.

Liverpool would be inclined to launch several late raids during the last few days of the window. On the final day of the window, there can also be a few players saying goodbye to Merseyside.

Examine the following agreements that, from Liverpool’s standpoint, might be completed on deadline day:

Maximilian Beier

The Reds and Everton, their Merseyside rivals, might face off for the signature of German attacker Beier. According to Sport Bild, the two might benefit from a release clause worth €32.5 million (£27.7 million) that is included in his deal with the Bundesliga team.

Although a summer transfer for Beier seems more likely, Klopp might lay the groundwork and agree to a future deal for Beier in the next few hours, just as Liverpool did with Naby Keita.

According to reports, Hoffenheim is sure they will get top pay for their star striker. However, Brentford and the Toffees have been mentioned as possible bidders, so Liverpool would have competition.

Joshua Kimmich

Kimmich, a star player for Bayern Munich who is still in the Bundesliga, might come as a surprise to Liverpool. Numerous times, it has been reported that the Reds are interested in the German.

It was recently hinted that he would soon be permitted to exit the Allianz Arena. With just a year and a half left on his current contract, Kimmich’s departure from Bayern presents Bayern with few opportunities to secure a high transfer fee.

Since joining the German powerhouses for the 2015–16 campaign, Kimmich has established himself as a legend in the organisation. Since then, he has won eight titles in the Bundesliga.

Andre

Fluminense club president Mario Bittencourt earlier stated that Liverpool had made an approach for Brazilian player Andre, another midfield option that the Reds have frequently been linked to.

In a recent statement, he stated: “We turned down Liverpool’s €30 million offer for André because we wanted to win the Libertadores Cup and we had an agreement with the player not to sell.”

In the last few hours of the transfer market, Liverpool may rekindle their interest in the midfield player, but the Reds are running out of time.

Gordon Kaide

Gordon, a 19-year-old striker, has already made his Reds debut in the first squad. Afterwards, he made six Liverpool appearances and scored one goal.

He now seems prepared for regular first-team action, though, therefore a loan departure might be planned before the January transfer market shuts. Several Championship teams have been mentioned as potential suitors for him. There were reports that Birmingham, Middlesbrough, and promotion-chasing Ipswich were all interested in the young player.

Koumetio Billy

Billy Koumetio has returned to Anfield after a fairly disastrous loan stint with French team Dunkerque this season. It is possible that he is about to go out again.

It’s possible that the 21-year-old defender has had enough time with the under-21 team. He needs to establish himself as quickly as possible if he wants a future at Anfield. Liverpool has signed Koumetio to a contract that expires in the summer of 2025. He has played for the Reds’ first team twice.

Frauendorf Melkamu

The wide player, a Germany under-20 international, has also been given a few opportunities for Liverpool’s starting lineup. In an FA Cup third round matchup with Shrewsbury, he made his debut.

In the ensuing campaign, Frauendorf then got off to his first start. With only six months left on his Liverpool contract, a loan agreement or a permanent move might be the best course of action for the young player.

February 3, 2024
The truth about Goncalo Inacio’s move to Liverpool surfaces following the Reds’ “£26 million bid.”

This month, Liverpool is rumoured to have made an initial proposal of £26 million for Sporting centre defender Goncalo Inacio.

Despite reports to the contrary, Liverpool is not in “concrete” talks to sign Sporting’s Goncalo Inacio. According to reports from Portugal, Liverpool offered the centre back somewhere about £26 million.

One of Europe’s top young centre defenders, Inacio, 22, has been a constant for Liga Portugal leaders Sporting this year. Additionally, during the summer, he was connected to Liverpool as they looked to add a new left-sided center-half.

Although Levi Colwill signed a new contract at Stamford Bridge, the Reds attempted to acquire him from Chelsea. And Liverpool decided against going after a substitute, even though they had connections to players like Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace, Inacio, and Micky van de Ven, who is currently at Tottenham.

Although Levi Colwill signed a new contract at Stamford Bridge, the Reds attempted to acquire him from Chelsea. And Liverpool decided against going after a substitute, even though they had connections to players like Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace, Inacio, and Micky van de Ven, who is currently at Tottenham.

It has recently been suggested that Inacio could be signed during the January transfer window. According to Jorge das Transferencias, a £26 million offer has been made for the Portugal international, whose contract contains an almost £52 million release clause.

At the Jose Alvalade Stadium, Sporting Academy product Inacio just extended his contract until 2027 in August, saying, “I am very happy to stay here.” Furthermore, Fabrizio Romano has now acknowledged that reports that Liverpool has made a formal approach to Sporting are exaggerated.

On Kick, he clarified, saying, “Goncalo Inacio to Liverpool? This Inacio and Liverpool tale has been ours for the past three or four years. We hear rumours that Liverpool and Inacio are close to signing, but Inacio’s agent is generally the one making the connections.

“At the moment I’m not aware of a change, he’s a player they have scouted for a long time, but it’s not something concrete.” It seems that the Merseyside club does not have many plans for January business. They have been associated for a while with Andre Trindade of Fluminense, a midfield player, but they are unlikely to make an official move to pursue the Brazilian.

That is not to say that Liverpool won’t make progress in this area this month. In the last two January transfer windows, they have acquired Luis Diaz and Cody Gakpo, demonstrating their quick interest in the pair in order to keep them from signing with rivals Tottenham and United.

However, Klopp has already downplayed the significance of adding a centre back. “Tell me a club that wants to sell a top-tier center-half that could play for Liverpool,” he exclaimed. It was never a paradise where you could bring in a top-tier center-half while the other was recovering from injury.

“Other clubs don’t put them under the Christmas tree for us and say, ‘Take it and use it as long as you need it’.” Despite the fact that Klopp’s squad is leading the Premier League standings, club great Jamie Carragher would prefer to see a defender added this month.

That’s in addition to left-backs Andy Robertson and Kostas Tsimikas being sidelined and Joel Matip’s season being ended by injury. “Maybe I need to start giving this team more credit and respect, but I still feel like Manchester City has the edge and are the current favourites for the title,” Carragher stated on Sky Sports.

“I think on the back of the two injuries to the left-backs and Joel Matip being out for the season, I think the position they find themselves in is an opportunity they can’t waste, and I do feel Liverpool have to bring a defender to the team in January.”

January 6, 2024
André could make move fans of Liverpool would be furious, but Jürgen Klopp already has the successor of Thiago

Liverpool has decided to forgo their pursuit of André in the transfer window, as they may be preparing to give Alexis Mac Allister the authority to succeed Thiago Alcântara.

On Friday, Liverpool supporters had another opportunity to examine André Trindade up close—this time against Premier League opponents. And there are few exams as difficult than the one against Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City team.

Despite the opinions of Reds supporters regarding the Brazilian’s performance, it appears that a transfer to Anfield is no longer in the cards. Many who had possibly considered André as a potential successor to a certain Liverpool star may find that to be a devastating blow.

Since coming to Merseyside in the summer of 2020, Thiago Alcântara has positioned himself as a unique kind of footballer. The midfielder, who is of Italian descent, recently joined Liverpool after helping Bayern Munich win the Champions League. Jürgen Klopp will gain from having a true controller in his squad.

At the time, Pep Lijnders, his assistant, remarked of him, “This team deserves a player like him,” characterising him as a “solution” the Reds might employ on the pitch. Even though Liverpool’s midfielders weren’t naturally adept at controlling the game from the middle of the pitch, the team’s engine room was nonetheless plenty of energy and enterprise at the time.

When he’s got the ball, Thiago plays with composure and technique. He acknowledged in an interview with Liverpool’s Walk On Magazine that he is a conductor at heart. He declared at the time, “Running is not my thing.” “My role is to adjust the team’s speed to suit the situation.”

Due to his persistent injury issues, he hasn’t always been able to play a key role for Klopp, but when he has, he has shown himself to be a player that is a cut above many around him. In general, he has made Liverpool more difficult to defend against and given his team’s possession style a new dimension.

But it appears that his time at Anfield will come to an end next summer. Given that he is currently 32 years old and that his contract is set to expire in 2024, it is logical to assume that Klopp will not extend it while he works to integrate the younger players.

It will be a significant loss to lose Thiago, especially if Liverpool can’t find a replacement. It could be due to the fact that Klopp has only ever coached two natural controllers in Thiago and possibly İlkay Gündoğan: those who dictate the tempo and direction of games are hard to come by on the transfer market.

The Reds looked into a deal for André, a possible replacement, six months ago. The midfielder for Fluminense, who controlled the centre of the field for his club, went on to win the Copa Libertadores. He seldom ever lost possession and, on average, had more touches than any of his competitors.

Around that time, André was being predicted to succeed Thiago, but reports later surfaced that Liverpool, although having made an inquiry in the summer, is no longer interested in signing him (via This is Anfield). Furthermore, the Brazilian might potentially inflict the ultimate insult on the Reds in terms of transfers.

ESPN reports that André has been consulting with Casemiro because Manchester United sees him as the perfect replacement for their international colleague at Old Trafford. It’s one thing to ignore a transfer target, but some supporters will undoubtedly find it difficult to watch him end up with your fiercest competitor.

Although the reason behind Liverpool’s lack of interest in André is still unknown, Alexis Mac Allister’s ascent may have contributed to the shift in sentiment. This summer, the Argentina international moved from Brighton and Hove Albion to the Reds, where he has since excelled in a new role.

Mac Allister has been positioned further back by Klopp for the most of this season, despite having spent the majority of his career as a creative spark in the final third. Although there have been times when he has struggled defensively, overall Liverpool has played well together, and after 17 games, the Reds are currently only one point behind Arsenal at the top of the Premier League table.

When he has been in possession, Mac Allister has provided particular benefits. He is calm and collected, much like Thiago, and he often tries cutting passes to his strikers. Although he is not nearly a natural controller, the World Cup winner is currently Liverpool’s best option.

It’s probable that Klopp has a plan for the team’s future that includes Mac Allister in one way or another. The Reds may be poised to give more authority to the man who has already contributed significantly on the pitch this season, since Thiago is set to depart and André is no longer travelling to Anfield.

Not nearly a conductor yet, Mac Allister. Nevertheless, at just 24 years old, he still has plenty of time to develop on Merseyside and fill Thiago’s shoes in the years to come.

December 23, 2023
Liverpool news: Mo Salah’s departure date is discussed, and Jurgen Klopp suffers Andre transfer blow

Liverpool is preparing for January, but a Premier League competitor has thrown a wrench in the gears, and Mohamed Salah’s future has once again become a focal point.

Liverpool, who currently sit second in the Premier League, has enjoyed their international break, but the hard work of this season is far from over.

The Reds moved up to the top of the standings with a convincing 3-0 victory over Brentford at Anfield. This Saturday, they take on Manchester City, the only team standing above them. Three points would be a huge lift for Jurgen Klopp’s team, as they are no strangers to competing with City for titles. However, Liverpool has obstacles off the pitch as well in their quest to reclaim their position as the best team in the world.

Reds ‘know’ Salah’s departure date

Earlier this month, Fulham CEO Alistair Mackintosh travelled to Brazil for in-person negotiations regarding the signing of Andre, a target for Liverpool. The Evening Standard reports that Fulham is reportedly considering a deal for the £30 million midfielder, who is also rumoured to be connected to Manchester United.

Andre might be a part of Fulham’s big January recruitment push as the Cottagers try to re-appoint manager Marco Silva. Liverpool faced an even greater challenge to sign the Brazil international when head coach Mackintosh witnessed Andre shine in the Copa Libertadores final, which Fluminense won 2-1.

Reds ‘know’ Salah’s departure date

John Barnes asserts that Liverpool is aware of Mohamed Salah’s departure date and that Reds supporters shouldn’t be concerned about interest from Saudi Arabian teams. Barnes anticipates that Salah, 31, who signed a new long-term contract in July 2022, won’t be cutting that deal short.

The former Anfield player stated, “He’s said he wants to stay at Liverpool for the remainder of his contract,” during a Quality Street sustainability campaign. “We don’t know when, but I’m confident Saudi Arabia will have the opportunity. For the next two years, that is where I expect him to stay at Liverpool; if it changes, then it does.”

Klopp’s No.2 sets strict rule

At Liverpool’s training facility, Pep Lijnders, Jurgen Klopp’s assistant, has posted a banner urging the first-team players to maintain high standards. The Athletic claims that Lijnders has admonished everyone with a motivational note affixed to the boot room door.

It begins with: “Standards are set by the ones who need to live them.” The announcement follows the addition of Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Virgil van Dijk to Liverpool’s senior leadership group this summer, which already included Andy Robertson and Alisson.

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Leroy Sane response to reports of interest from Man City and Liverpool.

Sane has been connected to a Premier League comeback with either Man City or Liverpool.

The German winger played for City for four years before moving to Bayern Munich in 2020.

Bayern wants to extend his deal, which is set to expire in 2025.

Leroy Sane, the winger for Bayern Munich, has stated that he is not considering his future, despite the German team’s efforts to talk to him about a new deal.

The 27-year-old’s contract is about to expire, and there are rumours circulating in Germany that Liverpool and Manchester City, Sane’s previous employer for four years prior to his transfer to Bayern, are both interested in a deal.

Sane recognised Bayern’s wish to talk about new terms while away on international duty, but he emphasised he wants to concentrate on the present campaign.

When asked about the uncertainty that surrounded him, Sane replied, “I haven’t given it [my future] any thought yet.”

“I want to concentrate on this season right now, but the club wants to have discussions. Without a doubt, FC Bayern is still my first point of contact.”

While his Munich home was being renovated, Sane stated earlier this year that his wife had returned temporarily to their old Manchester flat. However, he emphasised that the family would soon be residing in Germany once more.

Before moving to Munich, the winger had a great time playing for City, winning two Premier League championships between 2016 and 2020.

Before his tragic time in England came to an end, Sane achieved 39 goals and 46 assists in 135 games for City. The Germany international suffered a devastating knee injury that limited him to only 24 minutes of action during his final season with Pep Guardiola’s team.

After achieving a comparable result in his previous three seasons in Germany, Sane is currently having his greatest season to date. This season, he has already matched his career Bundesliga goal total with eight goals in just 11 games. He has also contributed six assists

November 23, 2023
January transfer boost for Liverpool as club president acknowledges record deal is likely

Liverpool signed a record agreement in January, and the club president acknowledged that the team will prioritise

reinforcements in midfield in the January transfer window, with coach Jurgen Klopp continuing to rebuild the position after a summer exodus

The president of Fluminense revealed that he anticipates Reds target Andre Trindade to depart the team, which gives Liverpool a boost for their January transfer ambitions.

With 53 games this season and a triumph in the Copa Libertadores last weekend, Andre has shown to be an impressive player for the Brazilian powerhouses. The 22-year-old has received two caps for the Selecao, a testament to his ability, which has won him a regular spot in the Brazil national squad.

Jurgen Klopp, the manager of Liverpool, is also interested in him as he looks to rebuild his midfield following several summer departures. Fabinho, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Jordan Henderson, James Milner, and Jordan Henderson all left Anfield during that window.

Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Wataru Endo, and Ryan Gravenberch were Klopp’s replacements. Despite the Reds’ strong start to the season, their manager is eager to expand his options at the position.

Given that he had asked about the Brazilian in the summer, that might lead him back to Andre. Fluminense turned down Liverpool’s offer, but club president Mario Bittencourt has now acknowledged he is prepared to let go of the 22-year-old in January.

“We have to wait. There isn’t a specific idea for Andre as of yet,” he said to Globo. “However, we are confident that a stratospheric proposition will come after the Club World Cup—he will participate in the World Cup.

“It might be the club’s largest sale ever.” Both Andre and Nino, the defender, are potential losses, but we are trying to find their replacements.

Additionally, Andre’s representative disclosed the details of his earlier-year discussions with Bittencourt. Additionally, he disclosed that a deal has been made for the midfield player to leave during the winter transfer window, should an offer be made.

Carlos Leite told Globo, “He came to me and said that Fluminense had no interest in selling André this year. “However, we are confident that a stratospheric proposition will come after the Club World Cup—he will participate in the World Cup.”

“It might be the club’s largest sale ever.” Both Andre and Nino, the defender, are potential losses, but we are trying to find their replacements.

Additionally, Andre’s representative disclosed the details of his earlier-year discussions with Bittencourt. Additionally, he disclosed that a deal has been made for the midfield player to leave during the winter transfer window, should an offer be made.

Carlos Leite told Globo, “He came to me and said that Fluminense had no interest in selling André this year.” “I spoke with the player and gave him an explanation; he accepted the concept. We concurred that

We decided that it would only be exchanged starting in January 2024.

“In fact, there were a few offers (over the summer), which I received and sent to Mario, knowing that there would be no discussions. Unless Fluminense has a change of heart. He is not obligated to sell anyone, therefore he had no need to sit with me. But he was worried about this.

Andre will be concentrated on his team’s match against Internacional on Wednesday night, despite the growing rumours of his impending exit. Liverpool, meanwhile, is getting ready for their away trip to Toulouse on Thursday to resume play in the Europa League.

November 8, 2023
André has just provided Liverpool with three reasons why he is the ideal Transfer for Jürgen Klopp in January

André gave Jürgen Klopp three reasons why he would be the ideal January addition for Liverpool on Saturday night during the Copa Libertadores.

Liverpool supporters worldwide were glued to the game between Fluminense and Boca Juniors on Saturday night, since it was the biggest matchup in South American football history. The majority were there primarily to witness André, a player in the Copa Libertadores final who may end up becoming Jürgen Klopp’s next addition.

Those who watched will not be dissatisfied. The actual match was an intensely competitive battle that took place in front of two energetic fan bases and a noisy atmosphere. Naturally, though, one player commanded the attention of Liverpool supporters beyond all others.

Liverpool has been interested in André since the summer of last year. At the time, Fluminense rejected the club’s desire to bring him to Anfield because the Brazilian team was in the middle of its season.

That does not, however, imply that Liverpool’s pursuit is over. The Brazilian will now be free to go in the January transfer window after the season is over, so the Reds should still be interested in him as they haven’t filled the vacancy in the holding midfield position.

André did not let the club’s scouts down in this game, and it is highly likely that they were watching him as well. The Brazilian particularly distinguished himself in three areas of his play.

André’s defensive style was crucial in keeping Fluminense’s tactical flexibility. André was up to the challenge, as the Brazilian was often left as the only player standing in Fluminense’s midfield, having to stop Boca Juniors’ fast movements. He had two successful tackles, one interception, eight recoveries, and won eight of ten defensive duels. Although André’s performance is normal for a holding midfielder based on those stats, he proved he is a multifaceted player.

His calmness in possession and his great distribution were what made him stand out, in addition to his defensive prowess. André was frequently tasked with dominating the middle of the park, therefore one of his most outstanding performances was his ability to outmanoeuvre the opposition’s counterpress and manage the play’s rhythm with deft passing. No player who played at least 45 minutes during the final averaged more than the 95 percent pass completion percentage. He only missed four of the 73 passes he attempted during the contest.

Thirdly, André was not only good at holding onto the ball; he was also adept at starting attacks for his teammates when he went forward. He was so full of energy that he easily defeated his opponents a few times with cunning feints and his aggressive runs took the ball into hazardous areas. Under pressure, he is able to take and hold the ball.

All of his best qualities were on display in the championship match, and it was a performance that was sufficient to guarantee Fluminense won the trophy. André’s main goal has been achieved, but there are still games to be fought on the home front. It is unclear what will occur in the January window after that. Although relocating to Anfield is undoubtedly a possibility and ought to be prioritised, a lot may happen in the interim.

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Liverpool have ‘verbally agreed personal terms’ for the £35m summer signing.

Liverpool are preparing for the January transfer window.

Liverpool look set to make their first signing before the January transfer window opens.
United have been linked with a number of names since the end of the summer and the player has long been an intriguing figure for Jurgen Klopp.

Despite engine room restructuring being the sole focus of the summer, Liverpool continue to look for other midfielders to add more options to their number six.

Andre Trindad has been on the radar at Anfield for some time, but the summer move is over and he is now the main name linked with a move to Merseyside in January.

Fluminense have said they will part ways with Andre until at least January as they will need all hands on deck this weekend if they are to win the Copa Libertadores title.

According to sports journalist François Plato, it has been confirmed that the Brazilian has “verbally agreed personal terms with Liverpool” amid interest in signing him in the new year.

However, no official deal has been signed yet and there are other clubs interested in Andre.
One of Liverpool’s main rivals for the midfielder’s signature is Arsenal, who are monitoring the situation with “several clubs in Spain and Italy”.

Every team interested in Andre has heard the same thing: This proposed transfer won’t happen. From Fluminense to the Copa Libertadores final.

The 22-year-old is valued at around €40m and both Arsenal and Liverpool are targeting him.
Andre is under contract with Fluminense until 2026, but the club have resigned over the possibility that this year could be his last game

November 6, 2023
Liverpool should sign André and then make a $60 million transfer for a midfielder who is perfect for Jürgen Klopp.

Liverpool should sign André and then make a $60 million transfer for a midfielder who is perfect for Jürgen Klopp.

After signing André, Liverpool can sign a second Brazilian midfield player. At $60 million, he has all the makings of the ideal Jürgen Klopp player.

The most of the conversation about Liverpool in the run-up to the January transfer window is on a potential deal for André Trindade, a midfield player for Fluminense. Over the course of the summer, Jürgen Klopp’s team sought to sign the Brazilian, but the deal fell through because Fluminense was hesitant to lose one of its finest players in the middle of the campaign.

Now that Fluminense’s season is over, though, there shouldn’t be any barriers preventing Liverpool from finalising a deal for André. This move could be a major turning point for the Reds.

Premier League clubs now have far easier access to South American players because to the FA’s new point-based system and changes to work visa regulations brought about by Brexit. Many clubs, including Brighton and Manchester City, have taken advantage of this by immediately signing excellent South American players.

However, Liverpool hasn’t completely adopted the trend yet. However, with André, things might be different, and Liverpool shouldn’t give up once the game gets going. With Argentina and Brazil having two of the greatest World Cup teams ever, South America is a wellspring of talent.

In response to a possible André transfer, Liverpool may sign another gifted Brazilian midfield player. Fabrizio Romano reports that Luis Guilhereme is being considered by the team. One of Brazil’s top players right now, along with Endrick, who is headed to Real Madrid, Liverpool is said to have been following him for a while.

Additionally, according to Romano, the midfield player for Palmeiras is set to ink a new deal with his team that will have a $60 million (£48 million/€55 million) release clause. Although it seems like a lot of money for a midfielder who is only 17 years old and has only made 26 first team appearances, Guilherme may find it worthwhile.

The young Brazilian has recently drawn attention after scoring twice at the U17 level against Argentina and England. With the ability to play on both wings and the left, this left-footed winger might be Mohamed Salah’s backup at Anfield in the future. He may even be his heir.

Guilherme’s versatility extends beyond his ability to play as an attacking midfielder; he can also drop back and cover as a wing-back. He is the ideal Klopp player because of his adaptability, which allows the Liverpool boss to practically shape him into whatever he wants.

The transfer fee that is now being quoted for his services is not even that high. When compared to the exorbitant costs incurred by teams such as Chelsea and Manchester United, Guilherme’s release clause may prove to be a steal in the future.

Liverpool should definitely make a move into the South American market. The market can provide great value for money, and the club has a strong scouting presence there. André ought to lead the way, followed by Guilherme.

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According to sources, Liverpool is targeting Ajax star Devyne Rensch, who can fill a variety of roles.

Liverpool are tracking versatile Ajax defender Devyne Rensch, sources have told Football Insider.

The Merseysiders are assessing the market for potential right-backs who would fit into Jurgen Klopp’s system and also fit into other defensive roles.

Rensch is believed to be a target for the club’s recruitment team, with Premier League title rivals Arsenal also keeping a close eye on him.

The defender is Ajax’s first-choice right-back and, despite being just 20 years old, has made 101 first-team appearances for the Dutch powerhouse.

He has registered an assist in nine games in all competitions this season, but has missed the last three games through injury.

Rensch only played as a right-back in the 2023/24 season, but his impressive versatility means he can also play as a centre-back, defensive midfielder or left-back.
He also experienced European football at the Johan Cruyff Arena, making a total of 19 appearances in the Champions League and Europa League.

The right-back, who is under contract with Ajax until June 2025, played his first and only senior match with the Netherlands in September 2021.
Ajax are bottom of the Eredivisie with just one win in eight games this season.

Liverpool are looking to strengthen their defense ahead of the January transfer window.
Trent Alexander-Arnold missed three games through injury earlier this season, deputizing for Joe Gomez in the lesser-known right-back role.

Jurgen Klopp’s side are fourth in the Premier League after 10 games, one point behind second-placed Arsenal

November 5, 2023
Andre’s transfer complete and the second signing is Jurgen Klopp’s dream scenario for Liverpool in 2024.

Liverpool have made a promising start to the 2023/24 season and Jurgen Klopp will be keen to keep going in the right direction
This could mean business in January.

Liverpool are in a good position in the Premier League, advancing to the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup and ahead of Toulouse, Union SG and LASK to advance to the last 16 of the Europa League. Things are going well for Jurgen Klopp so far this season and there is hope that 2024 will bring plenty of good things.

Liverpool were favorites to win the Carabao Cup, followed by West Ham United at Anfield.
It could be a big week with three big games at home. Manchester United and Arsenal in the Premier League will either go down in a cup tie.

But that’s exactly what Liverpool want this season.
Whether winning the Premier League is real remains to be seen It certainly feels that way.
But the important thing is that the slump that surrounded United for most of last season has lifted and the outlook is now considerably brighter.

André Trindade signs

So what happens then?
Liverpool’s pitch still needs improvement and tweaking in the coming months and Klopp’s side are likely to undergo further adjustments as he continues to develop.
the signs of Andre Trindade

Alexis McAllister needs an elite midfielder to play up top after Liverpool missed out on Moises Caicedo.

Andre from Fluminense seems like a great choice. The 22-year-old would be a rare find for Liverpool as they are not directly looking for South American players. But Andre is experienced and could give Klopp what he needs to rebuild his midfield.
the new left center back

New left-sided center-back

Another key priority for Liverpool in terms of squad renewal is left-back.
It would also be a good idea to bring in a long-term successor to Virgil van Dijk on the left side of the pitch, such as Jarrell Kwansa, who is predominantly left-handed.

It is not yet known where Liverpool’s recruitment team will find this player.
However, if one is on the market and Joel Matip is out of contract, it would be wise to act.
Young talents will take the lead

Young talents emerge

Quansah will continue to grow and develop and Luke Chambers will be a player to watch behind him. Stefan Vaicetic should not be forgotten when he returns from injury.
On offense, Ben Doak looks to have a big future and Kaide Gordon returns. Then there’s Bobby Clarke and younger talents like Calum Scanlon and Trey Nyoni. Trent Kone-Doherty recently signed his first deal

Contract decisions made

Mohamed Salah is the obvious one, but there are also Van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, both of whom are under contract until 2025.
It seems logical that progress will be made in the coming months before this whole contract situation enters the final year.

Salah continues to prove his worth and shows no signs of slowing down.
Therefore, it will not be an easy task for Salah to re-sign the Egyptian.

As with previous extensions, replacing him makes economic sense as it costs much more than extending the contract.

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Peter Crouch has claimed a Liverpool player is now worth £100million.

Peter Crouch claimed Luis Diaz is worth £100m after his performance against Everton.

Speaking to TNT Sports, the pundit praised the Colombia international’s performance on Saturday, with Diaz scoring the decisive penalty to give Liverpool a 2-0 win at Anfield.
Crouch: “I love Diaz.
He took home an extra £100m as a rookie last season due to injuries.
“When he comes in, things change.”

With Diaz missing much of last season through injury, the South American’s return to fitness was a welcome return for Liverpool.

The striker has established himself as a key player for the Reds on the transfer front and Diaz’s performance on Saturday highlighted his qualities.

The €100 million price tag may be high, but there’s no denying that Liverpool signed Diaz and the winger has already recouped his entire transfer fee.

Diaz is looking to take his game to new heights at Liverpool.

Diaz’s return to fitness is a shame for the Clique, but he is a new signing for Liverpool and the winger is now looking to take his game to new heights.

The striker has impressed for United this season and Diaz will be looking to lead the Anfield side into the UEFA Champions League and beyond.
His performances have been good this season and the Colombia international looks set to develop into the world-class category that every Liverpool fan knows the striker can achieve

November 4, 2023
Liverpool have ‘verbally agreed personal terms’ for the £35m summer signing.

Liverpool are preparing for the January transfer window.

Liverpool look set to make their first signing before the January transfer window opens.
United have been linked with a number of names since the end of the summer and the player has long been an intriguing figure for Jurgen Klopp.

Despite engine room restructuring being the sole focus of the summer, Liverpool continue to look for other midfielders to add more options to their number six.

Andre Trindad has been on the radar at Anfield for some time, but the summer move is over and he is now the main name linked with a move to Merseyside in January.

Fluminense have said they will part ways with Andre until at least January as they will need all hands on deck this weekend if they are to win the Copa Libertadores title.

According to sports journalist François Plato, it has been confirmed that the Brazilian has “verbally agreed personal terms with Liverpool” amid interest in signing him in the new year.

However, no official deal has been signed yet and there are other clubs interested in Andre.
One of Liverpool’s main rivals for the midfielder’s signature is Arsenal, who are monitoring the situation with “several clubs in Spain and Italy”.

Every team interested in Andre has heard the same thing: This proposed transfer won’t happen. From Fluminense to the Copa Libertadores final.

The 22-year-old is valued at around €40m and both Arsenal and Liverpool are targeting him.
Andre is under contract with Fluminense until 2026, but the club have resigned over the possibility that this year could be his last game.

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Analysis of Liverpool: Dominik Szoboslzai is unexpectedly expelled as the Premier League gap opens

Dominik Szoboslzai makes an impression during Liverpool’s Premier League match against Nottingham Forest at Anfield.

Szoboszlai unexpectedly banished

It was really a question of time until Dominik Szoboszlai addressed the one issue that was oddly absent from his extraordinarily successful debut at Anfield.

As the Reds attempted to build on the momentum from Diogo Jota’s opening goal, Szoboszlai scored in a characteristically decisive manner ten minutes before halftime.

Following an acceptance of a pass from Jota, the Liverpool midfielder surged into the area for the return pass, sent Mohamed Salah wide, and then pulled the ball back from the byline for Darwin Nunez to score.

Remarkable Szoboszlai’s first direct assist in a competitive game since joining Liverpool in the summer, which scarcely speaks to the impact he has had on the attacking efforts and tempo of the Reds.

He didn’t have to wait long for his second, albeit somewhat against his will as Forest goalie Matt Turner, playing miles outside of his comfort zone, gave the Hungarian’s straightforward clearance a hard time, making Salah just the third player in Liverpool history to score in the team’s first five home games of the season.

Because of his engine, Szoboszlai was always there in the Premier League and ran as hard in the final minute as he did in the first. In just his first ten Premier League appearances, the 23-year-old has already established himself as a mainstay.

Mac Allister is still learning.

Not everything has been that simple for each summer arrival. However, there is increasing assurance that Alexis Mac Allister is adjusting to both his new role in the club and life at Liverpool.

That assertion was reinforced by a strong performance against a constrained but resilient Nottingham Forest, especially in handling the physical demands of playing at number six.

Even if the Argentine never seems to be fully comfortable in the unfamiliar position, in this instance his perseverance was a great asset, best seen when he took Murillo’s possession to start Liverpool’s counterattack and sent Salah running off.

It was reminiscent of his role in setting up the game-winning second goal in the Reds’ derby victory over Everton the previous weekend. This showed promise for Liverpool’s future when Mac Allister is used more upfield in terms of accuracy and passing vision.

However, he is just one booking away from receiving a Premier League suspension—an absence Klopp is unlikely to be able to afford anytime soon.

Wataru Endo, the defensive midfield prospect in waiting, at least received more first-team playing time in the closing stages, and both Ryan Gravenberch and Harvey Elliott, who came on as a second-half substitute, made valuable contributions.

Van Dijk quietens doubters

It would be easy to think Virgil van Dijk is done when you hear the commotion emanating from Holland. Thank goodness, Liverpool is not at all associated with such drivel.

Van Dijk, who had been outstanding in the previous weekend’s victory over Everton, once again excelled against an attacking threat from Forest that was, to put it mildly, only capable of forcing one save out of Alisson Becker, and that was only in the last seconds.

Van Dijk is starting to get used to playing in the later phases of his career. He is readjusting his defensive manoeuvres and keeping in mind that his pace is obviously not as quick as it was when he was younger.

Additionally, it made it possible for Liverpool to maintain consecutive clean sheets in the Premier League for the first time this year. As a matter of fact, only Manchester City and Arsenal have allowed less goals in 10 games than the Reds’ defence, which is still under scrutiny.

This season, Klopp’s team has won eight straight games at Anfield in all competitions, which has helped them to stay up with those two teams as well as the early leaders, Tottenham Hotspur.

The differences between Newcastle United, Manchester United, and Chelsea—who are currently six, eight, and eleven points behind Liverpool, respectively—are more fascinating, though. The previous season taught the Reds that these kinds of discrepancies are difficult to overcome

November 2, 2023