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Liverpool has announced the departure of 11 free agents.

11 players have left Liverpool after their contracts expired.

Reds manager Jürgen Klopp is looking to reform his squad after a disappointing season and is already moving into the transfer window, having signed midfielder Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton and signed a deal to add Dominik Szoboszlai from RB Leipzig to 70 million euros.

There is room for new faces at Anfield as Liverpool have parted ways with as many as three midfielders – James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita.
Milner spent eight years at the club, making a staggering 332 appearances, and won’t have long to wait for a reunion with Liverpool after agreeing a deal to join Brighton.

Like Milner, Keita has already found a new club. The Guinean international returned to the Bundesliga with Werder Bremen, five years after leaving Germany for Anfield.

Perhaps the most emotional departure of all is that of striker Roberto Firmino. Liverpool have already paid tribute to the Brazilian, who managed 111 goals and 79 assists in 362 appearances for the Reds before embarking on a new adventure this summer.

Nothing has been signed yet, but Firmino is a key target for the Saudi Pro League and is expected to move to the Middle East.
Liverpool’s academy has also seen the departure of seven talents: Jack Bearne, Fidel O’Rourke, Iwan Roberts, Liam Hughes, Oscar Kelly, Charlie Hayes-Green and Oludare Olufunwa. Bearne is the only one of the group to have played for the senior side, coming on as a substitute in the FA Cup quarter-final against Aston Villa in 2019.

Klopp is looking to reform his squad after a disappointing season and is already moving into the transfer window, having signed midfielder Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton and signed a deal to add Dominik Szoboszlai from RB Leipzig to 70 million euros.

There is room for new faces at Anfield as Liverpool have parted ways with as many as three midfielders – James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita.

Milner spent eight years at the club, making a staggering 332 appearances, and won’t have long to wait for a reunion with Liverpool after agreeing a deal to join Brighton.

Like Milner, Keita has already found a new club. The Guinean international returned to the Bundesliga with Werder Bremen, five years after leaving Germany for Anfield.

Perhaps the most emotional departure of all is that of striker Roberto Firmino. Liverpool have already paid tribute to the Brazilian, who managed 111 goals and 79 assists in 362 appearances for the Reds before embarking on a new adventure this summer.

Nothing has been signed yet, but Firmino is a key target for the Saudi Pro League and is expected to move to the Middle East.

Liverpool’s academy has also seen the departure of seven talents: Jack Bearne, Fidel O’Rourke, Iwan Roberts, Liam Hughes, Oscar Kelly, Charlie Hayes-Green and Oludare Olufunwa.

Bearne is the only one of the group to have played for the senior side, coming on as a substitute in the FA Cup quarter-final against Aston Villa in 2019.

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Liverpool transfer news: Euro expert renders decision on £60m Szoboszlai

European football pundit Andy Brassell has now issued his verdict on a likely transfer to Liverpool for RB Leipzig maestro Dominik Szoboszlai as the Reds’ pursuit continues.

Brassell has praised what Szoboszlai could bring to Liverpool when speaking to Sky Sports, which reports the Reds’ interest.

It also notes that the 22-year-old has expressed a desire to move to Anfield. But Jürgen Klopp has a very tight deadline to use a £60 million escape clause.

RB Leipzig has structured the release clause to end on June 30, when the official 2022/23 football season comes to an end.

Liverpool, however, goes forward with their prosecution following a positive meeting with the representatives of Szoboszlai. The Reds met his camp this Monday to hold talks.

Szoboszlai has captivated Liverpool with its form to RB Leipzig since a first transfer of 18 million pounds sterling of the Bundesliga’s outfit, RB Salzburg, in January 2021.

The Reds have a clear appreciation for its talent and its attitude, as well as that his ability to play through a midfielder three.

The heads of Anfield also admire that his metrics for creating chance and his ball transport capacities both correspond to the profile that the club has sought.

Therefore, talks between Liverpool and RB Leipzig are progressing over a transfer of Szoboszlai. However, the deadline for his release clause remains in place.

What did Brassell say about Szoboszlai joining Klopp’s squad?
Sky Sports add that Szoboszlai has expressed a desire to join Liverpool and Newcastle United have also pulled out of the tug-of-war over the RB Leipzig star’s transfer. The Toons also admire what the Hungarian has been able to bring to the Premier League. But the Magpies will look elsewhere now.

European football expert Brassell believes Szoboszlai would have brought something new to the Newcastle squad had he signed this summer.

He also believes the midfielder will improve Klopp’s squad as Szoboszlai’s transfer can solve a key problem Liverpool faced in the 2022/23 season.

“Szoboszlai is a very good player,” Brassell said. “He is ready for the Premier League. It goes into a boxed box [and] through tons.

“He is an incredible athlete, has an excellent technique, likes a shot outside the plate, can score goals and score goals and love to take responsibility for the advantage of a team.”

“The two clubs associated with him, Newcastle and Liverpool, are good adjustments for him. If you are looking at what point Newcastle has become sporty under Eddie Howe, he will add something. Liverpool was missing in the middle of the dynamics last season, and he would also improve it. “”

July 1, 2023
The £26 million player’s transfer to AC Milan may be in jeopardy, but Liverpool could still make a bid.

Samuel Chukwueze’s situation is being watched by Liverpool as AC Milan is unable to finalize a deal.

This summer, Chukwueze appears to be one of Milan’s top transfer targets. Talks with the Villarreal man are reportedly in progress, according to journalist Rudy Galetti on Twitter.

Galetti asserts that Chukwueze is still not viewed as a good value by the Italians, though. Milan reportedly thinks the 24-year-old is a bit expensive with a price tag between £21-26 million.

As a result, several Premier League teams, including Liverpool, have started to show interest. The other clubs with a keen interest in Chukwueze are Arsenal and Newcastle United. The competition is described as “fierce” because there could be so many participating teams. ’.

The Nigerian, whose contract at Villarreal only has a year left, appears headed for a transfer this summer.

Milan stall on Chukwueze’s price

Liverpool’s midfield reconstruction is almost complete as they try to block the acquisition of Dominik Szoboszlai.

We believe the Reds may still be looking for a middle-park player. The possibility exists, though, that Jurgen Klopp has found what he was looking for in Szoboszlai and Alexis MacAllister.

As a result, we might start to notice a few more links showing up for players in various positions now.

That being said, one of the positions most in need of a replacement is a left-footed forward.

Liverpool might feel the need to address the fact that Mohamed Salah still doesn’t have a natural backup in the team. Chukwueze would appear almost flawless in that regard.

Considering that he only has one year left on his Spanish contract, he won’t demand a high transfer fee. In all likelihood, Milan is right to be reluctant to agree to Villarreal’s asking price; perhaps a price in the range of £15–20 million would be more appropriate.

We wouldn’t be at all surprised to see Liverpool in the mix if his price does drop to that level.

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Liverpool tries to sabotage Arsenal transfer.

Liverpool have reportedly entered the race for youngster Romeo Lavia from Southampton in an unexpected turn of events and could derail ongoing negotiations with Arsenal.

As the transfer saga continues to unfold, will interest from Liverpool thwart Arsenal’s plans or spur them on to accelerate their quest?

Liverpool are launching an unexpected investigation into Southampton’s Romeo Lavia, potentially disrupting ongoing negotiations with Arsenal.

Despite interest from various clubs, Arsenal have continued their search for the young Belgian midfielder and talks are already underway.

Liverpool’s entry into the race could pose a significant hurdle to Arsenal’s transfer plans. Liverpool watch Arsenal goal Romeo Lavia

In an unexpected twist to the Romeo Lavia transfer saga, Liverpool are reportedly inquiring from Southampton about the possibility of a deal.
The move is a potential disruption to ongoing negotiations between Arsenal and the south coast club.

Arsenal have been actively working to secure the young Belgian hopeful, despite interest from Chelsea and Manchester United.

However, the sudden interest from Liverpool is a significant obstacle as they too look to refresh their midfield.

Liverpool interest – a blow to Arsenal’s plans? Liverpool’s entry into the contest comes after agreeing a £35m deal for Brighton’s Alexis Mac Allister.

Their investigation into the terms of a deal with Lavia could dampen Arsenal’s hopes, although the Gunners are yet to make an official offer.

Lavia is performing superbly for Southampton and has become the first player born in 2004 to score in the Premier League.

Despite Southampton’s relegation, his 34 caps and debut for Belgium attracted the attention of several top clubs.

As the transfer saga unfolds, Arsenal’s advanced talks for Romeo Lavia and the potential complications arising from Liverpool’s interest and Manchester City’s special clause will give fans a compelling look.

July 1, 2023
Dominik Szoboszlai will soon undergo a medical after Liverpool “triggers his release clause.”.

As Jurgen Klopp appears poised to sign a second midfielder before the 2023–23 season, Liverpool has exercised Dominik Szoboszlai’s €70 million release clause.

Liverpool has used the €70 million release clause on Dominik Szoboszlai.

Fabrizio Romano asserts that the RB Leipzig midfielder will sign with Liverpool after the Reds exercised his release clause just hours before the deadline passed.

The 22-year-old Szoboszlai, who can play on either wing or across the midfield, appears to be Liverpool’s second transfer window acquisition after Alexis Mac Allister, who joined from Brighton and Hove Albion earlier in the month.

Along with the agreement, Fabio Carvalho’s season-long loan move to RB Leipzig also happened at the same time. The 20-year-old scored three goals in a total of 21 games after moving to Anfield from Fulham last summer for $5 million.

RB Leipzig finished third in the Bundesliga and won the DFB-Pokal last season thanks to the Hungary international’s ten goals and 13 assists across all competitions.

The Reds were reportedly interested, and talks had already started earlier in the day. The deal was closed quickly and ruthlessly, though, and Liverpool now seems to have their man.

Let us know in the comments what you think about Szoboszlai’s move to Liverpool.

Newcastle United was reportedly interested but will miss out after signing Sandro Tonali from AC Milan.

Szoboszlai’s release clause was set to expire at 11 p.m. on Friday, giving the Reds no room for error in the deal.

With any deal completed before July counting towards last season’s calculations for FFP, Liverpool’s last-minute move for Szoboszlai has come at the ideal time to help them navigate Financial Fair Play restrictions.

After contributing 20 goals and 22 assists in 91 games for the Bundesliga team since joining in 2021 from RB Salzburg in Austria, the Hungarian will give Klopp’s team another attacking option.

The inventive midfielder will be a familiar face because he was an important member of the team that destroyed Gareth Southgate’s England team 4-0 at Wembley last summer. He also played against Manchester City in the Champions League last year.

Following his £35 million departure from Brighton, Mac Allister was Liverpool’s first acquisition of the summer. In a revamped midfield at Anfield, the World Cup winner and Szoboszlai are exciting additions.

After Alex Oxlade Chamberlain, Naby Keita, James Milner, and Arthur all left the club at the end of their contracts, Klopp’s engine room rebuild is taking shape.

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Liverpool is ‘interested’ in signing a $52 million powerhouse for Anfield

According to Sky Sports reporter Dharmseh Sheth, Liverpool are working behind the scenes on a £52m target

Liverpool are interested in signing France U21 and OGC Nice midfielder Khephren Thuram, Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth told GIVEMESPORT.

The Reds are looking to refresh their engine room having been tired and lethargic last season and started their window by signing Alexis Mac Allister for £35m, but now they have their sights set on Ligue 1 jewel Thuram.

Liverpool transfer news – Khephren Thuram

Liverpool have long been admirers of the Frenchman. Daily Express journalist Ryan Taylor told GIVEMESPORT that he was of “specific interest” to Jurgen Klopp and his backroom staff.

L’Equipe had also reported that talks between the relevant parties had been going on for weeks and that the player in question could cost around £52million.

According to “Football Insider”, the club is now close to the second midfield reinforcement in this window.

The report said the towering youngster is eager to make a move to the Reds and therefore the club is doing all it can to secure the signing of the much coveted phenom.

Just a week earlier, the same publication admitted Champions League returnees Newcastle United were also interested in the 22-year-old as they are looking for a midfielder at the box office this summer.

However, it appears the decorated Merseyside side are now leading the race.

Little has happened in terms of revenue since former Seagull Mac Allister moved north, but it now appears Klopp is taking a positive step forward in his pursuit of Thuram.

What did Dharmesh Sheth say about Khephren Thuram and Liverpool? Speaking exclusively to GIVEMESPORT, he said: “Khephren Thuram is another player they were interested in, including Vega.

” He’ll be one of those guys that Liverpool just do backstage and he’ll be one of those, where, you know, you make noises pretty late, and once those noises start, the deal gets will conclude fairly quickly. So I think they know who their targets are.

What would Khephren Thuram bring to the Liverpool midfield?

Many years in the tank would have been one of the main things that would have attracted potential buyers; especially for Liverpool, whose midfielder was anything but young from last season.

Thuram, son of French icon Lilian, is a relatively complete midfielder who excels in developing from deeper areas.

The 1.90m tall midfielder made 48 appearances for Nice in the 2022/23 season, scoring two goals and providing a further eight assists that season. But it’s his stats provided by FBRef that show why he’s so sought after.

In the last 365 days, the midfielder has achieved an impressive 1.63 kills per 90 and sits in the top 6% of those in a similar position for progressive transfers per 90, where he registers 3.25 .

Strengthening the center of the park has long been a priority for the German boss, and the need for fresh legs there has been reinforced by the many outings we’ll see in this window.

But now Liverpool are reportedly making an offer the La Liga side would be ‘very hard to refuse’.

June 30, 2023
A release clause is triggered by Liverpool in order to sign Dominik Szoboszlai from RB Leipzig.

According to rumors, Liverpool has activated Dominik Szoboszlai’s release clause in order to sign him from RB Leipzig.

In recent days, the Reds have been working to sign the 22-year-old.

A deal would appear to be “very difficult” to complete, according to Wednesday’s report from The Athletic’s David Ornstein, but things have changed since then.

According to Philipp Hinze of Sky Germany, the player has a €70 million release clause, and after June 30 it will automatically expire.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool has been “pushing ahead” to complete the transaction.

Szoboszlai’s release clause is “triggered” by Liverpool.

According to Romano, Liverpool have indeed activated the full €70 million release clause to sign the Hungary international, and personal terms have also been reached.

He tweeted, “Dominik Szoboszlai to Liverpool, here we go! Understand RB Leipzig are now informed that Liverpool have triggered the release clause.

‘A deal worth €70 million has been completed and will soon be signed. Personal terms agreed upon; Szobo will soon be prepared for medical exams. Huge acquisition for LFC. “.

BREAKING: Dominik Szoboszlai to Liverpool, here we go! Understand RB Leipzig are now informed that Liverpool have triggered the release clause. 🚨🔴🇭🇺 #LFC

€70m deal done, to be signed soon.

Personal terms agreed, Szobo’s ready for medical tests soon.

Huge signing for #LFC. pic.twitter.com/FjLLyGq68a

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 30, 2023

If the deal is completed, the 22-year-old will join Liverpool as their second summer acquisition after they signed Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton earlier in June.

After Virgil van Dijk, Alisson Becker, and Darwin Nunez, he would rank as the club’s fourth-most expensive acquisition ever.

Szoboszlai would follow goalkeepers Adam Bogdan and Istvan Kozma as the third member of the Hungarian national team to play in a competitive game for Liverpool.

In each of his previous two Bundesliga campaigns, the attacking midfielder, who can also play in wide areas and as a member of a front three, has contributed to 14 goals.

Jurgen Klopp will use him as the newest piece of the puzzle as he attempts to reorganize his midfield in the wake of the departures of James Milner, Arthur Melo, Naby Keita, and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.

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Agent says Jürgen Klopp should complete a “super” cut-rate deal, making Liverpool his “dream” team.

An agent has revealed his client dreams of clubs like ‘Liverpool’ and could be an ideal replacement for Mohamed Salah for Jurgen Klopp at Anfield next season.

Mohamed Salah is an elite footballer, but as he grows up, Liverpool can’t afford to rely on him alone forever. Sooner or later Jürgen Klopp has to find a solution where he can rest his top man and give him some respite during the busy seasons.

There is currently no one in the Liverpool squad who can cover Salah on the right wing. Diogo Jota has played there in the past, but he’s more effective in other roles and doesn’t have an outstanding resume.

Harvey Elliott could be another option, but in Liverpool’s system he’s better suited to a midfield role as the 20-year-old simply doesn’t have the speed and explosiveness to play in all three first of the Reds.

Other options like Ben Doak and Kaide Gordon are still in their infancy and Liverpool cannot rely on them either as Doak and Gordon need time to adjust to the demands of senior football.

That’s why the Reds should consider the market for another forward option this summer. Roberto Firmino’s departure leaves the Brazilian free in attack and Liverpool should look to fill that gap with a replacement option for Salah.

One player who could be an interesting candidate for the role is Hirving Lozano. Lozano, a fringe member of Napoli’s Scudetto-winning squad in Italy, is keen to take on new responsibilities this summer and recently his agent Alessandro Monfrecola made an interesting plea for Liverpool to be dropped by name.

Mondo Napoli writes that Lozano’s agent appeared as a guest on a radio show on Punto Nuovo where he was asked about his client and Monfrecola said the following:

“West Ham and Aston Villa have shown interest in Lozano but it seems to be a half-hearted interest. Lozano has always dreamed of clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United so I don’t think he can be particularly attracted to them [the two others].”]”

For the right price, Liverpool should consider making Lozano’s offer a reality. Although he hasn’t really started at Napoli yet, Lozano isn’t a bad option as a squad player if you take him off the bench or use him occasionally – for example when Salah is out at the CAN.

He finished the season with eight goals in 2075 minutes, averaging 0.35 goals per 90 minutes.

One would expect an offensive player to deliver a much better return on average, but considering Lozano has mostly been used off the bench, that’s not a bad return. Last season he finished the season in much better form with 12 goals in 1998 minutes.

With his contract expiring next summer and the player clearly willing to move elsewhere, there is the possibility that a favorable deal will be struck for Liverpool.

At the right price, he’s worth a try, especially as before moving to Napoli, Lozano was on Liverpool’s radar and Klopp has spoken highly of him in the past.

During the 2019/20 season, when Liverpool faced Napoli in the Champions League group stage, Klopp had this to say about Lozano during his press conference:

“He IS a great player, a super player. Big signing. I thought he was very good but he went to Napoli but seriously he is a very good player. Very good striker, interesting, he played very well in the first game against him.

Having already received Klopp’s stamp of approval, Liverpool should be tempted to back Lozano and help Salah.

June 30, 2023
Liverpool hopes to finalize Dominik Szoboszlai’s transfer TODAY after negotiations for a £60 million deal

Liverpool’s bid to sign Dominik Szoboszlai has been stepped up, with a deal for the talented playmaker possibly imminent as part of Jurgen Klopp’s midfield overhaul

Liverpool are leading the race to sign Dominik Szoboszlai as the Reds push to finalize a deal early.

Negotiations have gained momentum, with a transfer in the works despite “difficulties” finalizing a deal before Friday night, when the Hungarian international’s £60m release clause will become obsolete.

He arrived from sister club Red Bull Salzburg in 2021 and has since become an important player. He made 31 Bundesliga appearances in the 2022/23 season, scoring six goals and earning eight assists. He also played a key role in winning the DFB Pokal.

The Bundesliga club are close to signing Liverpool attacking midfielder Fabio Carvalho on loan, after he underwent a medical on Friday.

Szoboszlai’s move would also be at an advanced stage, with the midfielder moving in the opposite direction, albeit in separate negotiation.

Liverpool’s pursuit is complicated as Leipzig are in no hurry to sell the 22-year-old. Josko Gvardiol is due to leave for Manchester City next month in a big money transfer – perhaps a world record fee for a defender – that will allow RBL to play tough.

Szoboszlai will add variety to Liverpool’s midfield as he moves to Anfield alongside new signing Alexis Mac Allister.

Following the departures of James Milner, Naby Keita and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Liverpool were keen to improve their midfield and the Hungarian’s arrival would be a sign of their intent to rejoin the title race in 2023-24. With a £60m deal in the works, it would represent a significant outlay for the club.

The signing of Alexis Mac Allister was widely believed to be a deal, with his transfer £35m earlier this month.

Arsenal are said to have already shown interest in the playmaker but the arrival of Kai Havertz has wiped out their interest, while Newcastle have also expressed interest but are said to have turned their attention elsewhere.

Szoboszlai has previously spoken highly of Kop boss Jurgen Klopp, saying in 2020, “I like Klopp a lot,” he said. “The way he can inspire his players is amazing.

Even if they have nothing, they can grow and its players can get everything. For me he is the best coach in the world.”

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Dominik Szoboszlai’s admission comes as Victor Osimhen is ruled out of the Liverpool transfer roundup.

Liverpool’s summer transfer activity slowed slightly by the signing of World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister but Jurgen Klopp is working hard to bring in new recruits

Liverpool’s summer transfer window has started with a bang, with the signing of World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister from Premier League rivals Brighton.

Things have slowed down a bit for the Reds since the Argentinian arrived at Anfield. This is despite Reds boss Jurgen Klopp being desperate for recruiting as he aims to help his side recover from a terribly disappointing season.

RB Leipzig star Dominik Szoboszlai has become a surprise target in recent days, with Klopp going all out to sign the striker after an impressive spell in the Bundesliga. Here, Mirror Football rounds up all the latest Liverpool transfer news

Liverpool’s move to Dominik Szoboszlai could prove complicated, although the Reds are eager to sign the striker. The Hungarian was instrumental in both RB Leipzig and his country, making 48 appearances for the former last season.

But The Athletic say any possible deal between Liverpool and Leipzig will be “complicated”. Even Anfield’s leaders have privately admitted that it will be “very difficult” to reach an agreement.

Liverpool leaders met with representatives for the 22-year-old earlier this week to begin talks. However, it will cost a “significant” outlay to sign him, but he is known to remain at the top of the Reds’ shopping list. Church boost delivered

Jürgen Klopp has received a significant boost in his hopes of signing Federico Chiesa. The Italian has been one of Serie A’s best strikers in recent years and has been regularly linked with a move to Anfield.

These connections could now be given extra weight, with Corriere dello Sport reporting that he is no longer in Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri’s plans. Juve are now ready to sell the striker if an “interesting offer” is presented.

Allegri’s favorite 3-5-2 doesn’t suit Chiesa, who is no longer “at the center of the project”. The prospect of a sale is gaining momentum and Juve are willing to hear offers in the region of £52m.

Liverpool have been ruled out of a move to Napoli star Victor Osimhen. The striker won the Serie A Golden Boot last season, leading his side to their first Scudetto since Diego Maradona joined the club.

His performances made him a target for several top-flight clubs, including Manchester United. But one club that definitely won’t sign him is Liverpool, with Caught Offside saying a striker is unlikely to be signed this summer.

Klopp already has a number of options at his disposal in attacking areas and his current plan is to stick with the Anfield players. Liverpool may consider signing a younger striker but Osimhen is not on their shopping list.

June 30, 2023
As Liverpool avoids a £70 million headache, Dominik Szoboszlai’s ‘choice’ for his next club is revealed.

Your morning Liverpool review, as Dominik Szoboszlai’s preference revealed and the financial benefits of loaning young players set in stone

Liverpool are exploring the possibility of signing RB Leipzig midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai. The Hungarian international has displayed his credentials as a midfielder and right wing forward across his squad in the Red Bull lineup, making him an attractive prospect for Jurgen Klopp.

It is clear that the club has met with representatives of the player, while there are conflicting rumors about the nature of the release clause.

However, the Reds will face stiff competition from Newcastle United this summer as they prepare for their first Champions League campaign in 20 years.

With only Europa League football on offer next season, that would appear to put Liverpool at a disadvantage to their Premier League rivals, but not according to an old teammate of Klopp’s.

Findings from Off The Pitch showed that loaning players, especially to league clubs, is the best way to add value to young players.

Liverpool’s strategy has seen them use the loan market to give their young stars, namely Harvey Elliott and Tyler Morton, game time and will repeat next season with Fabio Carvalho, Calvin Ramsey and Rhys Williams.

He found that four of the ten loans with the highest market appreciation were deals involving Premier League and second-tier English teams.

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Liverpool prepared to make ‘difficult-to-refuse’ deal for Real Madrid player Federico Valverde

According to reports, Liverpool are planning a shock offer for Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde.

The 24-year-old is the latest name linked to a move to Anfield as Jurgen Klopp looks to continue his summer rebuilding.

The Reds boss has already added Brighton’s Alexis Mac Allister to his ranks, with the deal to be announced on July 1.

While Nicolo Barella, Romeo Lavia, Khephren Thuram and Dominik Szoboszlai all have rumors of transfers to the Merseyside club.

But Klopp is not done yet, as he has reportedly identified Valverde as his next target. The Uruguayan has been a key figure in Los Blancos’ recent success, helping the Spanish giants to nine trophies since their first-team breakthrough in 2019.

But now Liverpool are reportedly making an offer the La Liga side would be ‘very hard to refuse’.

Liverpool are preparing a surprise offer for Valverde

According to Spanish newspaper El Nacional, Liverpool are ready to make Real Madrid a whopping €90m (£77m) offer for their star midfielder.
Valverde has been linked with a move from the Bernabeu after Jude Bellingham recently joined Borussia Dortmund.

Toni Kroos and Luka Modric have also signed new contract extensions, putting heavy competitive pressure on the Madrid midfielder.

While Klopp knows all about the player from Liverpool’s various meetings with Carlo Ancelotti’s team in Europe, with Valverde providing the memorable assist for Vinicius Jr’s goal to win the 2022 Champions League final.
The report added that Real Madrid may find the Reds’ offer “very difficult to refuse”.

However, it would be a big surprise if the La Liga club were to allow him to leave, especially after his recent comments suggesting he is keen to stay in the Spanish capital.

In response to last month’s transfer rumours, Valverde dismissed the claims, stating (quotes via Liverpool Echo): “No, no. I’m in Madrid and I’m trying to enjoy every moment and leave my mark in the best club in the world.”

June 30, 2023
Liverpool players pleaded with Jurgen Klopp to sign forward, and a £60 million deal may be next

Liverpool have held initial talks to sign Dominik Szoboszlai from RB Leizpig and he is a player the club know well

When Liverpool hosted Red Bull Salzburg in October 2019, one player famously made a lasting impression on Jürgen Klopp, his players and the Anfield crowd.

Takumi Minamino would score a goal and assist for the unsuspecting Austrians as they fought back from 3-0 down, only to lose 4-3 to the reigning European champions in the Champions League group stage.

Also brilliant in Liverpool’s 2-0 win in Austria, the senior players were impressed. Upon his return to Melwood, Minamino was the name on everyone’s lips as Klopp’s rank and file begged him to sign for the Japan international.

Unbeknownst to them, a deal was already in the works with the Reds signing the versatile striker in January after activating a £7.25m release clause in his contract.

But while Minamino won the Premier League, FA Cup and League Cup during his two and a half years at Anfield, in reality he has rarely managed to replicate such electric form for Liverpool.

Sold to AS Monaco for £15.5m last summer, it has been jovially hinted more than once that perhaps the Reds would have to contend with the blond Norwegian big boy at the Salzburg front.

Erling Haaland was equally hypnotic for the Austrians against Liverpool. Although injury restricted him from the bench at Anfield, he still came on in the second half to help briefly turn the tide and score Salzburg’s equaliser.

That goal was one of an incredible eight in the minnows’ Champions League group stage, with the striker netting an impressive 28 goals in just 22 games in the first half of the season before being sold to Borussia Dortmund for €20m. in the same month.

like Minamino’s Anfield switch. He joined at the same time as the Japan international last summer, joining Man City for £51.2million after activating his release clause. Now, 12 months later, he is a three-time winner, scoring an incredible 52 goals in 53 games in his first season in England.

“Even when he was very young, younger than now, you could see the potential was crazy,” Klopp said last October when recalling his side’s first clash with Haaland. “I don’t think he started against us at Anfield, I think he did.” was injured and came on as a substitute.

“But we were pretty busy thinking about him, I remember. How can you turn it off, how can you turn it off. He still scored.”

Of course you don’t have to be a genius to see that Haaland was destined for the top. But Klopp would reveal that despite signing Minamino in January 2020, they had no chance of always carrying the Norwegian for an often overlooked reason.

“Dortmund needed a striker,” he said in February 2020. “Everyone blames Man United for not getting him, but we wouldn’t have got him. We couldn’t have taken it. It’s that simple.

“He wanted a top-level team with an open space as soon as possible… Borussia Dortmund. That’s the timing.
“I hope you know how much I love and respect the Dortmund people, but it’s not like they had a perfect approach and did this and that, it was more that they were there, they had the space, the number nine…

“Let’s go, you’re 19, you want to play the Champions League, the top tier of the Bundesliga, so do it.”
“Nobody else had a chance, I’m pretty sure, no matter what they say.”

Considering Liverpool were on course to win the Premier League title this season and Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane were an untouchable trio all at the peak of their powers, then Klopp is right. When it came to Haaland’s move to City, his wage demands ensured the Reds were priceless.

Of course, three and a half years ago against Liverpool, a few other Salzburg players also caught the eye.

If you take a look at the squad list for both games, you’ll see the names of Patson Daka, Enock Mwepu, Hwang Hee-Chan, Rasmus Kristensen and Maximillian Wober, all of whom joined the Premier League in previous years . , although none were as successful as Haaland.

Meanwhile, you’ll also spot another name familiar with the Reds’ latest transfer target: Dominik Szoboszlai.

The 18-year-old Hungarian started his game at Anfield on the cross against Minamino on the left and secured a 4-3 victory for Liverpool. But unlike the Japanese national player and Haaland, he couldn’t make a name for himself in the lightweight distribution.

WhoScored’s player rating was the lowest given that night at 6.1, as he missed a shot, completed 25 of his 37 passes (68% passing accuracy), failed any of his dribble attempts, won none of his aerial duels and… was stripped of his possessions five times – more than any other player on the pitch.

It was perhaps no big surprise when he was taken off in the 71st minute just after Salah restored Liverpool’s lead.

In Austria, his WhoScored rating would have been even worse, as he was awarded a 5.7, one of only two players to register under six, as he was stationed on the left side of a midfield runner this time.

Although his passing would improve by completing 40 of his 46 pass attempts (87% accuracy), he played no key passes, made no attempt to dribble, was dribbled past four times, won none of his tackles, and was expropriated three times.
At that point, aged 19, he completed the full 90 minutes on that occasion.

In fact, it doesn’t necessarily come as a shock that Szoboszlai battled the European champions, who won both the world and England titles in the weeks and months that followed.

He was just a boy and competed against Jordan Henderson, Gini Wijnaldum, Fabinho, Naby Keita and Trent Alexander-Arnold.

While Minamino and Haaland switched in January 2020, Szoboszlai stayed on for another 12 months and became Salzburg’s main player in his absence.

When he signed a €20million deal with RB Leipzig in January 2021, he was ruled out through injury until the end of the season, meaning he would face Liverpool again in the round of 16.

Champions League final. But despite those initial struggles against the Reds, he has continued to be sporadically linked with a move to Anfield in recent years.

Now that talks are underway with their representatives, Liverpool are exploring the possibility of turning such speculation into reality, although they admit a deal would be difficult to complete this summer.

A release clause of around £60m is said to be active at the moment, although time is running out. It’s easy to see why Szoboszlai has been on the Reds’ radar.

He is now 22, has scored 20 goals and 22 assists for RB Leipzig in 91 appearances over the past two seasons and has plenty of Champions League experience. As Hungarian captain, he also shone on the international stage.

Standing 1.80m tall, he has a keen eye for goal and passing and is incredibly versatile. He has experience as number eight, number ten, false nine and on both wings.

When Minamino and Haaland did it in 2019, aged 24 and 19 respectively, he may not have caught the eye. But sometimes players take a bit longer to reach the top.

Liverpool have watched the Hungarian since those early encounters and they have done enough to impress enough since their paths first crossed. With Newcastle also reportedly chasing him, he could be on the verge of following in his former teammates’ footsteps and making the move to the Premier League.

Szoboszlai’s best years are still far ahead of him. Whether he spends it at Anfield or elsewhere, we will find out in the coming weeks.

June 29, 2023
Dominik Szoboszlai’s admission comes as Victor Osimhen is ruled out of the Liverpool transfer roundup.

Liverpool’s summer transfer activity slowed slightly by the signing of World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister but Jurgen Klopp is working hard to bring in new recruits

Liverpool’s summer transfer window has started with a bang, with the signing of World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister from Premier League rivals Brighton.

Things have slowed down a bit for the Reds since the Argentinian arrived at Anfield. This is despite Reds boss Jurgen Klopp being desperate for recruiting as he aims to help his side recover from a terribly disappointing season.

RB Leipzig star Dominik Szoboszlai has become a surprise target in recent days, with Klopp going all out to sign the striker after an impressive spell in the Bundesliga. Here, Mirror Football rounds up all the latest Liverpool transfer news

Liverpool’s move to Dominik Szoboszlai could prove complicated, although the Reds are eager to sign the striker. The Hungarian was instrumental in both RB Leipzig and his country, making 48 appearances for the former last season.

But The Athletic say any possible deal between Liverpool and Leipzig will be “complicated”. Even Anfield’s leaders have privately admitted that it will be “very difficult” to reach an agreement.

Liverpool leaders met with representatives for the 22-year-old earlier this week to begin talks. However, it will cost a “significant” outlay to sign him, but he is known to remain at the top of the Reds’ shopping list. Church boost delivered

Jürgen Klopp has received a significant boost in his hopes of signing Federico Chiesa. The Italian has been one of Serie A’s best strikers in recent years and has been regularly linked with a move to Anfield.

These connections could now be given extra weight, with Corriere dello Sport reporting that he is no longer in Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri’s plans. Juve are now ready to sell the striker if an “interesting offer” is presented.

Allegri’s favorite 3-5-2 doesn’t suit Chiesa, who is no longer “at the center of the project”. The prospect of a sale is gaining momentum and Juve are willing to hear offers in the region of £52m.

Liverpool have been ruled out of a move to Napoli star Victor Osimhen. The striker won the Serie A Golden Boot last season, leading his side to their first Scudetto since Diego Maradona joined the club.

His performances made him a target for several top-flight clubs, including Manchester United. But one club that definitely won’t sign him is Liverpool, with Caught Offside saying a striker is unlikely to be signed this summer.

Klopp already has a number of options at his disposal in attacking areas and his current plan is to stick with the Anfield players. Liverpool may consider signing a younger striker but Osimhen is not on their shopping list.

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Agent says Jürgen Klopp should complete a “super” cut-rate deal, making Liverpool his “dream” team.

An agent has revealed his client dreams of clubs like ‘Liverpool’ and could be an ideal replacement for Mohamed Salah for Jurgen Klopp at Anfield next season.

Mohamed Salah is an elite footballer, but as he grows up, Liverpool can’t afford to rely on him alone forever. Sooner or later Jürgen Klopp has to find a solution where he can rest his top man and give him some respite during the busy seasons.

There is currently no one in the Liverpool squad who can cover Salah on the right wing. Diogo Jota has played there in the past, but he’s more effective in other roles and doesn’t have an outstanding resume.

Harvey Elliott could be another option, but in Liverpool’s system he’s better suited to a midfield role as the 20-year-old simply doesn’t have the speed and explosiveness to play in all three first of the Reds.

Other options like Ben Doak and Kaide Gordon are still in their infancy and Liverpool cannot rely on them either as Doak and Gordon need time to adjust to the demands of senior football.

That’s why the Reds should consider the market for another forward option this summer. Roberto Firmino’s departure leaves the Brazilian free in attack and Liverpool should look to fill that gap with a replacement option for Salah.

One player who could be an interesting candidate for the role is Hirving Lozano. Lozano, a fringe member of Napoli’s Scudetto-winning squad in Italy, is keen to take on new responsibilities this summer and recently his agent Alessandro Monfrecola made an interesting plea for Liverpool to be dropped by name.

Mondo Napoli writes that Lozano’s agent appeared as a guest on a radio show on Punto Nuovo where he was asked about his client and Monfrecola said the following:

“West Ham and Aston Villa have shown interest in Lozano but it seems to be a half-hearted interest. Lozano has always dreamed of clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United so I don’t think he can be particularly attracted to them [the two others].”]”

For the right price, Liverpool should consider making Lozano’s offer a reality. Although he hasn’t really started at Napoli yet, Lozano isn’t a bad option as a squad player if you take him off the bench or use him occasionally – for example when Salah is out at the CAN.

He finished the season with eight goals in 2075 minutes, averaging 0.35 goals per 90 minutes.

One would expect an offensive player to deliver a much better return on average, but considering Lozano has mostly been used off the bench, that’s not a bad return. Last season he finished the season in much better form with 12 goals in 1998 minutes.

With his contract expiring next summer and the player clearly willing to move elsewhere, there is the possibility that a favorable deal will be struck for Liverpool.

At the right price, he’s worth a try, especially as before moving to Napoli, Lozano was on Liverpool’s radar and Klopp has spoken highly of him in the past.

During the 2019/20 season, when Liverpool faced Napoli in the Champions League group stage, Klopp had this to say about Lozano during his press conference:

“He IS a great player, a super player. Big signing. I thought he was very good but he went to Napoli but seriously he is a very good player. Very good striker, interesting, he played very well in the first game against him.

Having already received Klopp’s stamp of approval, Liverpool should be tempted to back Lozano and help Salah.

June 29, 2023
Liverpool prepared to make ‘difficult-to-refuse’ deal for Real Madrid player Federico Valverde

According to reports, Liverpool are planning a shock offer for Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde.

The 24-year-old is the latest name linked to a move to Anfield as Jurgen Klopp looks to continue his summer rebuilding.

The Reds boss has already added Brighton’s Alexis Mac Allister to his ranks, with the deal to be announced on July 1.

While Nicolo Barella, Romeo Lavia, Khephren Thuram and Dominik Szoboszlai all have rumors of transfers to the Merseyside club.

But Klopp is not done yet, as he has reportedly identified Valverde as his next target. The Uruguayan has been a key figure in Los Blancos’ recent success, helping the Spanish giants to nine trophies since their first-team breakthrough in 2019.

But now Liverpool are reportedly making an offer the La Liga side would be ‘very hard to refuse’.

Liverpool are preparing a surprise offer for Valverde

According to Spanish newspaper El Nacional, Liverpool are ready to make Real Madrid a whopping €90m (£77m) offer for their star midfielder.
Valverde has been linked with a move from the Bernabeu after Jude Bellingham recently joined Borussia Dortmund.

Toni Kroos and Luka Modric have also signed new contract extensions, putting heavy competitive pressure on the Madrid midfielder.

While Klopp knows all about the player from Liverpool’s various meetings with Carlo Ancelotti’s team in Europe, with Valverde providing the memorable assist for Vinicius Jr’s goal to win the 2022 Champions League final.
The report added that Real Madrid may find the Reds’ offer “very difficult to refuse”.

However, it would be a big surprise if the La Liga club were to allow him to leave, especially after his recent comments suggesting he is keen to stay in the Spanish capital.

In response to last month’s transfer rumours, Valverde dismissed the claims, stating (quotes via Liverpool Echo): “No, no. I’m in Madrid and I’m trying to enjoy every moment and leave my mark in the best club in the world.”

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Liverpool transfer round-up: Ryan Gravenberch blow as Reds inform they’ve made significant mistake

Liverpool have only made one signing so far this summer in Alexis Mac Allister, but several more are expected to be made as Jurgen Klopp plans a rebuild.

After failing to qualify for the Champions League, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp will oversee a rebuild this summer.

James Milner, Naby Keita, Roberto Firmino and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain all left on free transfers, while world champion Alexis Mac Allister signed from Brighton.

Liverpool are expected to make a number of other signings, with Klopp and newly appointed sporting director Joerg Schmadtke set to lead talks.

Although Liverpool have a tighter budget than some of their more spending-conscious rivals, they could soon benefit from increased investment. Here’s a roundup of the latest transfer news from Anfield.

Liverpool have suffered a setback in their search for Ryan Gravenberch as the midfielder insists his ‘aim is still to succeed at Bayern’ despite being linked with a move to Anfield.

The 21-year-old, who joined Bayern from Ajax last summer, told Dutch broadcaster Algemeen Dagblad: “I guess I’ll still be at Bayern next season.” So I’m really in.

“I’m at one of the top three clubs in the world. I find it beautiful and special. I don’t give up like that. My goal remains to succeed at FC Bayern.

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Former Liverpool goalkeeper David James believes he made a big mistake by not replacing Mateo Kovacic, who joined Manchester City from Chelsea.

Speaking to King Casino Bonus, James said: “Someone who plays like Mateo Kovacic, I would have thought he would suit Liverpool better than Manchester City. I’ve had a crush on this guy for a few years.

now; the way he chooses.” The ball is high and crosses the lines with ease, it always looks like he’s going 100 mph. There’s something magical about the way he plays.

“There’s a lot of speed, energy and pace in the way Liverpool have played since Jürgen Klopp took over and someone like Kovacic would be ideal for that. The way Manchester City play tends to be much slower and less addicted to running with the ball, see Kevin de Bruyne’s passing stats.

“Pep Guardiola might think about a tactical rethink, Kovacic is not the type of player I thought Man City would be looking for. On the other hand, Erling Haaland wasn’t either and it worked well! I think that if a player like Kovacic went for the Liverpool though, I think it would be a good choice.”

With Manchester United’s move to Mason Mount stalled after their latest £55m offer was rejected by Chelsea, there have been suggestions Liverpool could dive in for the English star.

Chelsea could earn at least £60m and Klopp once called Mount a “£60m player” after making his international debut in 2019 alongside several other Chelsea academy graduates. “Tammy Abraham is a £60m player now,” L;p said at the time.

“Mason Mount certainly, if not more. [Callum] Hudson-Odoi was before that.” Liverpool have already strengthened their midfield with the arrival of Mac Allister, but further signings are expected with the departures of Keita, Milner and Oxalde-Chamberlain.

June 29, 2023
Liverpool has ‘one more day’ to activate the £61 million clause and complete the Jurgen Klopp hiring.

Liverpool could be in a race against time to trigger a transfer target’s release clause.

Liverpool won’t have much time to trigger RB Leipzig midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai’s release clause. The £61million clause in the star’s contract is claimed to expire on Friday

Liverpool are still hoping to add more midfielders to their squad this summer. Alexis Mac Allister was one of the first major signings for a Premier League club.

The Argentine joined Brighton for an initial fee of £35million. But the departures of James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita have left Jurgen Klopp with no options in midfield.

Moreover, captain Jordan Henderson and Thiago are both on the wrong side of 30. Klopp is looking for fresh legs and Szoboszlai has become a target.

However, he doesn’t have long to pay his release clause. Fabrizio Romano claims it expires at the end of the month, so in one day.

After the clause expires, Liverpool could try to sign Szoboszlai for a lower price. However, it’s also possible that Leipzig will demand upwards of £61m as they’ve already lost a top player this summer in the form of Christopher Nkunku to join Chelsea.

Szoboszlai joined Leipzig from Red Bull Salzburg in 2021 after being linked with Arsenal. The Hungary international made 91 appearances for the German side in all competitions, during which he registered an impressive 20 goals and 22 assists.
Liverpool will already make deals with Leipzig in this window.

Fabio Carvalho will move to the Bundesliga on loan after struggling for playing time in his first season at Anfield.

The Carvalho loan deal could help Liverpool’s cause in any bid to sign Szoboszlai. The Athletic said earlier this week that Liverpool had held talks with representatives for the player about a possible summer transfer.

Other midfielders Liverpool are interested in are Khephren Thuram and Romeo Lavia. Thuram is currently with the France under-21s at the ongoing European Championships in Romania and Georgia.

Lavia were relegated with Southampton last season and could therefore try to force a departure from St Mary’s. However, Arsenal and Chelsea are also credited with having an interest in the former Manchester City youngster.

Arsenal are close to signing their own midfielder and a £105million transfer for Declan Rice is close to signing. Chelsea have prioritized exits in recent weeks but are hoping to sign Brighton star Moises Caicedo.

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Agent says Jürgen Klopp should complete a “super” cut-rate deal, making Liverpool his “dream” team.

An agent has revealed his client dreams of clubs like ‘Liverpool’ and could be an ideal replacement for Mohamed Salah for Jurgen Klopp at Anfield next season.

Mohamed Salah is an elite footballer, but as he grows up, Liverpool can’t afford to rely on him alone forever. Sooner or later Jürgen Klopp has to find a solution where he can rest his top man and give him some respite during the busy seasons.

There is currently no one in the Liverpool squad who can cover Salah on the right wing. Diogo Jota has played there in the past, but he’s more effective in other roles and doesn’t have an outstanding resume.

Harvey Elliott could be another option, but in Liverpool’s system he’s better suited to a midfield role as the 20-year-old simply doesn’t have the speed and explosiveness to play in all three first of the Reds.

Other options like Ben Doak and Kaide Gordon are still in their infancy and Liverpool cannot rely on them either as Doak and Gordon need time to adjust to the demands of senior football.

That’s why the Reds should consider the market for another forward option this summer. Roberto Firmino’s departure leaves the Brazilian free in attack and Liverpool should look to fill that gap with a replacement option for Salah.

One player who could be an interesting candidate for the role is Hirving Lozano. Lozano, a fringe member of Napoli’s Scudetto-winning squad in Italy, is keen to take on new responsibilities this summer and recently his agent Alessandro Monfrecola made an interesting plea for Liverpool to be dropped by name.

Mondo Napoli writes that Lozano’s agent appeared as a guest on a radio show on Punto Nuovo where he was asked about his client and Monfrecola said the following:

“West Ham and Aston Villa have shown interest in Lozano but it seems to be a half-hearted interest. Lozano has always dreamed of clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United so I don’t think he can be particularly attracted to them [the two others].”]”

For the right price, Liverpool should consider making Lozano’s offer a reality. Although he hasn’t really started at Napoli yet, Lozano isn’t a bad option as a squad player if you take him off the bench or use him occasionally – for example when Salah is out at the CAN.

He finished the season with eight goals in 2075 minutes, averaging 0.35 goals per 90 minutes.

One would expect an offensive player to deliver a much better return on average, but considering Lozano has mostly been used off the bench, that’s not a bad return. Last season he finished the season in much better form with 12 goals in 1998 minutes.

With his contract expiring next summer and the player clearly willing to move elsewhere, there is the possibility that a favorable deal will be struck for Liverpool.

At the right price, he’s worth a try, especially as before moving to Napoli, Lozano was on Liverpool’s radar and Klopp has spoken highly of him in the past.

During the 2019/20 season, when Liverpool faced Napoli in the Champions League group stage, Klopp had this to say about Lozano during his press conference:

“He IS a great player, a super player. Big signing. I thought he was very good but he went to Napoli but seriously he is a very good player. Very good striker, interesting, he played very well in the first game against him.

Having already received Klopp’s stamp of approval, Liverpool should be tempted to back Lozano and help Salah.

June 29, 2023