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Ruben Amorim reacts to comments made by Jose Mourinho, saying, “It makes no sense,” as Liverpool links persist.

One of the top candidates to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool is Ruben Amorim.

In the wake of intense speculation that the Sporting CP manager may follow Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, Ruben Amorim has rejected the moniker “Special One 2” bestowed upon him by certain English media outlets.

After former front-runner Xabi Alonso declared he would be staying at Bayer Leverkusen for the 2024–2025 season, the 39-year-old became the overwhelming favourite to take over as the next manager at Anfield. Alonso had brought the German team dangerously close to winning their first Bundesliga championship.

Amorim is currently the subject of increased attention in England; some have even dubbed the Portuguese manager “the Special One 2.” Amorim recently informed the media he was focused on Sporting and extremely glad to be there.

However, the nickname that compares the former Benfica player to fellow Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho has been rejected by the player. The Portuguese remarked, “I have no illusions about it and it makes no sense.” “I still recall how everyone last year speculated about my potential departure from Sporting.

“The coach of Sporting and the legendary Jose Mourinho are not comparable.”

With a game remaining, Sporting leads second-place Benfica by one point, and Amorim looks set to lead the team to a second Primeira Liga championship.

Mourinho would have equaled his total with two league titles in Portugal. Naturally, Mourinho also enjoyed great success in Europe with Porto, when he won the Champions League in 2003–04 and the UEFA Cup in 2002–03.

On the strength of this, “the Special One” left for England. “Please don’t call me arrogant, but I’m European champion and I think I’m a special one,” Mourinho remarked at his Chelsea unveiling.

When asked if he finds it bothersome that there is talk of him joining Liverpool before of Sporting’s match against Benfica in the second leg of the Taça de Portugal semifinal, Amorim had a lighthearted response. “The only thing that annoys me is that Sporting had someone else play my position,” he said in jest. “I told [Hugo] Viana, Sporting’s director of football, to take it easy even today.”

Amorim did defeat Borussia Dortmund in the group stage of the 2021/22 Champions League, so he does have some European experience. The next season, in the same competition, his Sporting team eliminated Arsenal from the Europa League after finishing third in their Champions League group and defeating and drawing with Tottenham Hotspur.

Liverpool would have to pay Sporting’s rumoured €20 million (£17 million) release clause in order to get the highly regarded tactician before 2026.

April 1, 2024
While Barcelona looks on, Liverpool could gain a double boost in their pursuit of Rúben Amorim.

Recent updates on Liverpool, as Barcelona may enter the competition to sign Rúben Amorim. It is rumoured that Sporting CP is considering hiring a Bayern Munich coach to replace him.

With their victory over Brighton, the Reds sit atop the table. The most recent Liverpool news is compiled here following Manchester City’s 0-0 draw with Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium.

Sporting CP names a replacement for Rúben Amorim as the team gets ready for Liverpool’s approach.

As the front-runner to replace Jürgen Klopp at the end of the season, Rúben Amorim, Sporting CP is expecting an offer this summer. The Times claims that the team is already considering Anthony Barry, the coach of Bayern Munich and a native of Liverpool, to replace Amorim.

Amorim is said to be available for the $10 million (£8 million/€9 million) release clause cost, giving the Reds a solid backup plan in the wake of Xabi Alonso’s decision to stay at Bayer Leverkusen, which abruptly changed Liverpool’s plans for their next manager. He seems like a good fit for the position, and since Sporting is already exploring other options, he may be moving soon. That would seem to be a sign that Liverpool may be getting stronger soon.

According to Liverpool.com; When Xabi Alonso was connected to Bayer Leverkusen, there were obvious concerns about whether he would leave the team. However, it appears that Sporting CP is essentially set to lose Amorim this summer. Some of the Liverpool team’s players suit his style better. under particular, Mohamed Salah and Luis Díáz have the potential to excel under his system.

After winning the double, Rúben Amorim wants to leave Sporting and is also being watched by Barcelona.

Before departing Sporting CP this summer, manager Rúben Amorim wants to win the double. Additionally, according to Correio da Manhã (translated by Sport Witness), Barcelona is keeping an eye on him.

According to reports, he intends to make his ultimate choice at the end of the season, concentrating on extending his excellent run thus far. With a game remaining, Sporting leads the league table by a single point. They have also advanced to the Taça de Portugal final after defeating Benfica in two legs.

According to Liverpool.com, although Barcelona may still be interested in signing him, the Reds appear to be leading the pack in the race for his signature. The La Liga team is getting ready to part ways with Xavi Hernández at the conclusion of the season, but nothing appears to be happening from them. It would be annoying if they did ultimately

According to Liverpool.com, although Barcelona may still be interested in signing him, the Reds appear to be leading the pack in the race for his signature. The La Liga team, who is getting ready to part ways with Xavi Hernández at the conclusion of the season, doesn’t appear to be making any progress, but it would be annoying if they did end up sabotaging a move for Amorim.

That’s usually important for Barcelona managers, but I’m not convinced his straight and vertical approach fits the style they play at the youth level in La Masia. For the 39-year-old, relocating to Anfield makes far more sense. It might give Liverpool a double advantage in its managerial pursuit when you consider that he would be willing to leave and that Sporting is already looking for a replacement.

April 1, 2024
Premier League star confirms Ruben Amorim to be taking over as the manager of Liverpool.

After playing for two years under Amorim, Joao Palhinha anticipated that his former manager would take over for Jurgen Klopp.

The confirmation of Ruben Amorim as Jurgen Klopp’s replacement as Liverpool manager is imminent.

Joao Palhinha, a star player for Fulham who spent two years playing for Amorim before joining the Premier League in 2022, says as much.

Amorim is reportedly a top contender to replace Klopp at Anfield following Xabi Alonso’s decision to extend his contract with Bayer Leverkusen.

Amorim have the “quality” to stand up to the significant task on Merseyside and manage the “pressure,” according to Palhinha.

“One of the greatest coaches in Portugal, Ruben possesses a great deal of quality. Since Braga, he has performed admirably, he informed O Jogo. He is well-versed in the game and enjoys a deep bond with the players.

“He won’t be in Portugal for very long the way he’s developing. He’s not going to stay in Portugal for lack of opportunity.

“He dreams and aims to win another title with Sporting and then the future will be in his hands.”

“Yes, of course, but the pressure is different,” he continued.

“Being the head coach of a major Portuguese team means that you are under constant pressure to succeed from both the club’s size and its supporters.

“The supporters, the team, and the entire globe put pressure on a coach of Liverpool. Given how things are going, I believe it will only take time.”

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“Magical”: The world press praises the “exceptional” Liverpool player, as 9/10 rating says it all.

Conor Bradley of Liverpool received great feedback following his performance for Northern Ireland against Romania. He received a player rating of 9 out of 10 for his performance.

In an international friendly on Friday night, Northern Ireland and Romania tied 1-1, with Liverpool defender Conor Bradley being the standout player.

The 20-year-old was given a fresh role that allowed him to contribute on both sides of the pitch. He recovered possession early on to help his team score their first goal in the seventh minute, starting a performance that Belfast Live named Man of the Match.

Bradley’s performance earned him a 9 out of 10 player rating, with recognition given to his work ethic and status as the Green Army’s “standout player” on the pitch.

The Belfast Telegraph, who was pleased by the Liverpool star’s attitude and skill, also called his performance “magical.” Jürgen Klopp, the club manager, has previously highlighted both of these aspects of his game.

Bradley recently talked to BBC Sport about Klopp while representing Northern Ireland at the international level. “He’s just good with me and helps me out when I need help,” stated the man.

“Hopefully at the end of the season with Liverpool I’ll have a couple more medals to my name, which would be brilliant and give the gaffer the send-off he deserves.”

“I will always be grateful to him because he has given me my first chance and has helped me a lot. Although winning the Premier League would be wonderful, there is still a lot of work to be done and many games remaining.

According to Liverpool.com, Conor Bradley is making rapid progress since being given a run of first team games, and it appears that he is duplicating the impressive displays for Northern Ireland that Liverpool supporters have been witnessing. After an outstanding year thus far, it’s terrific to see him get the credit he deserves, and it’s fascinating to see how amazing the 20-year-old could get. Against Romania, he displayed his best offensive and defensive skills along with more evidence of his boundless potential.

In certain games where the vice captain plays in midfield, Klopp might even think about using both of them while Trent Alexander-Arnold gets ready to make a comeback. Richard Hughes, the sporting director, won’t need to consider right-backs as possible additions this summer.

March 30, 2024
Liverpool starting XI under Ruben Amorim

With his announcement that he will remain at Bayer Leverkusen for the upcoming campaign, Xabi Alonso has eliminated himself from consideration to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool.

Following Klopp’s announcement that he will stand down at the end of the 2023–24 season—something FootballTransfers exclusively reported was a high probability last year—the Reds are currently looking for a new manager to take over this summer.

Given his stellar management record at Leverkusen and his previous Liverpool playing career, Alonso was considered the ideal contender to take over at Anfield; nevertheless, he has removed himself from consideration.

Before Leverkusen’s Bundesliga match against Wolfsburg, the Spaniard made the following revelation at a news conference: “I’m grateful to Bayer and the board, the players, the supporters… This seems like the best course of action for us to go forward. It’s true that I have also told the players.

“Out of respect, I had this week as my deadline. It’s all clear now. I will not remark on Bayern or Liverpool. I have close relationships with these large clubs, but I’m where I want to be.

“I want to grow at Bayer Leverkusen; now is not the time to decide my future.”

Thus, in their quest for the perfect manager to succeed club legend Klopp, Liverpool have reportedly focused on Ruben Amorim and Roberto De Zerbi, according to The Times.

Amorim prefers a back three/five system, thus if he is chosen, the Reds could have to change their formation. If Liverpool were to hire Amorim this summer, how would they lineup?

Ruben Amorim’s starting lineup for Liverpool

Given that Amorim is in command at Anfield, Alisson—possibly the best custodian in the world—will continue to start in goal.

If Amorim joins Liverpool, his playing style might change to a back four, but at Sporting, he has always preferred a back three, so if he takes Klopp’s place, that might not change.

As a result, Ousmane Diomande, the outstanding centre defender for Sporting right now, might join Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate.

Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool have all expressed interest in signing the Ivorian. Goncalo Inacio, his teammate at Sporting, has also been mentioned as a potential Anfield transfer; however, Diomande is now the player with the greater skill and might follow Amorim from Portugal.

Although Trent Alexander-Arnold has recently switched to a midfield role, Amorim may use him as an offensive right wing-back once more. On the left flank, Andrew Robertson will play the same role.

Amorim would likely be best served by a double pivot of Wataru Endo and Alexis Mac Allister, although Curtis Jones might force his way into the picture and €70 million acquisition Dominik Szoboszlai might have trouble playing for extended periods of time.

Like Marcus Edwards at Sporting, Mohamed Salah will be utilised in an inside right forward role, which is possibly his finest position. Darwin Nunez will play through the middle, while Luis Diaz will be on the opposing flank, much to how Amorim’s Viktor Gyokeres now leads the line.

CM: Alexis Mac Allister

CM: Wataru Endo

LWB: Andrew Robertson

RW: Mohamed Salah

ST: Darwin Nunez

LW: Luis Diaz

GK: Alisson

CB: Ibrahima Konate

CB: Virgil van Dijk

CB: Ousmane Diomande

RWB: Trent Alexander-Arnold

March 30, 2024
5 backup possibilities for Liverpool to replace Jurgen Klopp as worries about Xabi Alonso surface

When Jurgen Klopp steps down at the conclusion of the season, Liverpool will need to find a manager to take over, and they may need to go beyond their top contender, Xabi Alonso.

It appears that Liverpool encountered an issue in the early phases of their hunt for the ideal replacement for Jurgen Klopp.

The top candidate was soon revealed to be Xabi Alonso, although he has since removed himself from the position in order to focus on guiding Bayer Leverkusen’s Bundesliga title challenge. Alonso only joined Leverkusen in October 2022 and is already making waves in his first first-team coaching post. After leading his team to a resounding 3-0 victory over Thomas Tuchel’s squad over the weekend, they are already five points ahead of Bayern Munich.

He has brushed off rumours, saying he is content where he is, and his sporting director, Simon Rolfes, is very optimistic he will stay until the summer. “The contract is one [reason],” he stated. The fact that he is aware of his belongings in the club and feels at ease with his family and himself is another factor. He also has an excellent team, and there won’t be any changes to the group for next year, so we should have a great outlook.

“Next year, we will undoubtedly have a strong squad at our disposal. These are all things that coaches like Xabi, as well as players that [draw] interest, frequently keep with us in addition to contracts.” As things now seem to be going, Alonso might want to stay put and finish out his contract, which runs until June 2026, if he does win the Bundesliga.

Liverpool will have to find someone else in that case, therefore Mirror Football has looked at five options.

Pep Lijnders

One choice gives Klopp continuity. The Dutchman Lijnders began working as a coach for Liverpool in 2014. He left the team for a short time in 2018 to take over NEC in his native country, but he soon returned. Throughout his career, the 41-year-old has been Klopp’s right-hand man and has received high recognition from the manager himself.

Pep Lijnders was unquestionably the most important player in this club over the past few years, according to Klopp’s recent comments. “He performed an absolutely outstanding job. He is an incredible source of motivation for me.

The sole issue is that Lijnders has made his departure known, much like Klopp. “Leaving such a club is not easy,” Lijnders said. However, I believe that in life you must always make the correct decision. This summer, we decided to carry on and give it our best; we called it “the Last Dance,” and we made it seem like a fitting conclusion. Lijnders is moving on to take a supervisory position somewhere else. If Liverpool were to extend a job offer to him, he could maybe realise his dreams there.

Zerbi Roberto

If Liverpool called, Brighton would probably be able to stop De Zerbi from going for Merseyside, but they would still have something to say about it. The Italian is a guy of ambition, so the opportunity to advance would undoubtedly tempt him.

De Zerbi would be a good substitute because he shares some of Klopp’s personality attributes, such as his unbridled energy, determination to win, and passion for the game. But this season, his performance with Brighton has wavered, and his somewhat unpredictable rotation in the starting lineup is cause for concern.

He remarked of Klopp last month, “I am very sad, we are losing one of the best coaches in the world.” I enjoy his personality because of his character and vitality. The Premier League will not benefit if he moves leagues.

Ruben Amorim

The Spanish media has reported that Barcelona has shortlisted the Sporting Lisbon coach to take over for departing Xavi Hernandez in the summer, making him a wanted man. Given the interest in recruiting him, Amorim apparently has a €30 million (£25 million) release clause; nevertheless, this is unlikely to deter prestigious clubs like Liverpool and Barcelona.

The 39-year-old has been in charge of Sporting since March 2020, and he has an extremely stellar record, having won 134 of his 192 games to far. In just his first full season, he guided Sporting to their first Liga Portugal title in 19 years, going on a 32-match unbeaten streak in the process. For this reason, he is held in high regard in Portugal.

As a former player, he places emphasis on his players’ tactical innovation and understanding of the game. It is highly likely that Amorim will soon secure a prominent position outside of Portugal, provided Liverpool beats out other contenders.

Graham Potter

Potter’s work with Brighton made him the Premier League’s flavour of the month not too long ago. Chelsea pursued the English coach, paying £21.5 million to bring him and his staff on board in September 2022.

He had limited chance of success at Chelsea because of their high expectations and lack of tolerance. However, he’s still associated with a return to management, so there’s hope that he can succeed in the right position going forward.

However, managing egos and all the baggage that comes with playing for a major club was one of Potter’s biggest problems at Chelsea. One of the most important things Liverpool’s management must think about is if he has the charisma necessary to succeed Klopp.

Zinedine Zidane

Since stepping down as Real Madrid manager for the second time in May 2021, Zidane has been connected to numerous positions. According to reports, he has been waiting for the ideal part and has turned down offers from the US and Brazil.

Despite looking like an unlikely pick for Liverpool, he is clearly a winner, having won three Champions League crowns with Real Madrid in addition to two La Liga trophies. As the club’s manager, he has an outstanding record of 174 victories from 263 games; the question is, will he be able to carry that success to another club? Liverpool will research the player and decide if he is a suitable fit.

February 13, 2024
Two ideal transfers might result from Liverpool’s next manager.

Ruben Amorim, the manager of Sporting CP, is one of the candidates being mentioned as Jurgen Klopp’s replacement at Liverpool.

Roberto De Zerbi, Xabi Alonso, and Ruben Amorim are only three of the candidates vying for the soon-to-be Liverpool manager position.

Last Friday, Jurgen Klopp announced that he will be leaving his position at the end of the current campaign. Along with the German, Pep Lijnders, Peter Krawietz, and Vitor Matos will also leave Anfield.

Now, in private but in great detail, Fenway Sports Group (FSG) will outline the traits and attributes of potential managers that they believe can successfully guide the Reds ahead. Soon after Klopp made his statement on January 26, bookmakers started to create odds on who would replace the 56-year-old on Merseyside.

Alonso, who played for Liverpool for five fruitful years under Rafa Benitez, became the clear favourite right away. After taking over a weak Leverkusen team in 2022, the Spaniard has performed marvels in North Rhine Westphalia.

After eighteen months, they are ahead of Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga standings, posing a challenge to the Bavarians’ hegemony in the German top division. In response to the decision, Klopp’s right-hand man Lijnders stated earlier this week that he had no intention of staying at Anfield, dispelling rumours that he might take over as manager.

Head coach of Sporting CP Amorim is one name that has garnered attention lately. The 39-year-old’s odds of winning the job after Klopp have shifted from 14/1 to 5/1.

Portuguese publication Amorim’s contract includes a €20 million (£17 million) release clause, according to a recent record. It’s anyone’s guess as to who will be present at Anfield for the opening home match of the season in August, but considering the club’s potential transfer activities, it might make sense to pursue the Sporting manager.

Recent years have seen a concentration of reinforcements at the offensive and midfield positions. A revamp of the midfield options occurred last summer when Wataru Endo, Ryan Gravenberch, and Dominik Szoboszlai of the Bundesliga joined Alexis Mac Allister in Merseyside.

A rampaging frontline that parted ways with Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino in recent years has added Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez from South America. Business is expected to shift its attention to the backline in the approaching summer window.

Joel Matip is out of contract in the summer and will miss the rest of the season due to a knee injury that required surgery. Midway through July, Virgil van Dijk will be 33. At that point, he will, barring an extension, enter the last 12 months of his contract at Anfield.

The final three senior choices are Joe Gomez, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Ibrahima Konate. This season, Conor Bradley and Jarell Quansah have made inroads into the first-team roster as the Reds benefit from the Kirkby Academy.

Transfer rumours are always a possibility, and strengthening Liverpool’s defence is a contentious topic regardless of the team’s current situation. Goncalo Inacio, a defender for Sporting CP, is one of the many names that the rumour mill has been churning out in the last six to twelve months.

The defender, whose contract purportedly contains a £52 million release clause, is still being linked to a move to Anfield. And from the Jose Alvalade Stadium, a new name surfaced in January: Ousmane Diomande.

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Liverpool turns down surprise Deadline Day transfer offer from Premier League club

The Daily Mail reports that Liverpool has turned down an offer for keeper Caoimhin Kelleher from Nottingham Forest.

The 25-year-old was valued at well than £20 million by The Reds, but Forest only offered £15 million for him.

Even though Alisson plays at a world-class level and he is merely Anfield’s second choice, he has recently been granted some opportunities.

He has made 34 appearances for Jurgen Klopp’s team overall, and he has often impressed.

Liverpool’s refusal to sell him is not surprising, especially considering there is still time in the transfer window to find a suitable successor.

The Reds are also rumoured to have based their asking price on Manchester City’s £19 million transfer of James Trafford to Burnley.

Former Arsenal striker wanted by Forest

According to Fabrizio Romano, Forest is attempting to investigate a late-transfer window move for former Arsenal star Chuba Akpom.

On deadline day, the Reds are seeking to strengthen their attack, and they are giving the Ajax player significant consideration.

This season, Akpom has made 20 appearances across all competitions and scored nine goals, attracting the interest of other Premier League teams.

Though it’s thought that Ajax won’t easily allow Akpom to go, they might be tempted with a big offer.

Although Fulham has also been connected to Akpom, it seems that Armando Broja of Chelsea is now the target.

February 4, 2024
Pep Guardiola regards Liverpool’s £17 million contender to succeed Jurgen Klopp as highly qualified.

One of Liverpool’s choices for replacing Jurgen Klopp is a manager Pep Guardiola loves who has a £17 million release clause.

Manager of Manchester City, Pep Guardiola, has an admiration for one of the possible successors for Jurgen Klopp at the end of the season at Liverpool. One of the most promising young coaches in Europe, Ruben Amorim of Sporting, will be among the choices available to the Reds as they search for Klopp’s replacement.

The titans of Merseyside are searching far and wide for a coach who can guarantee that they stay a big force in both the Premier League and the Champions League, where they will almost definitely make a return next season. Amorim is a successful young coach who employs a dynamic, attack-minded methodology. His Sporting team, led by former Liverpool defender Sebastian Coates, leads Liga Portugal in goals scored as of right now.

Amorim, who briefly won the Taca da Liga (also known as the Portuguese League Cup) with Braga prior to joining Sporting, has performed admirably since his appointment in March 2020. In 2020–21, he led them to their first league title in 19 years. That same season, he also won the League Cup, which they kept the next year.

The player with a nearly 70% winning percentage, who led the Lions to just their second-ever Champions League last-16 appearance in 2021–2022, is aiming for another league and cup double this season with the Taca de Portugal. Amorim, who is still only 39, has created a great deal of buzz and anticipation while he has been in Lisbon.

Guardiola, the City mastermind, has even endorsed the coach, who happens to have an agent named Luis Diaz. In February of last year, the Catalan stated, “In my opinion, their coach is among the best right now.”

Amorim is so highly valued, however, that it would take £17 million to remove him from his 2026 Sporting deal. When Sporting stole him from Braga four years ago, it cost them £8 million. Additionally, club president Frederico Varandas called him “one of the best coaches in the world” when he decided to extend his contract in late 2022.

Liverpool is reportedly not concerned about Amorim’s release clause, according to Portuguese publication Correio da Manha. However, according to other reports from his native nation, the coach has no plans to talk about assuming a new position until the current one is over.

What it will entail is unknown as Liverpool looks to select a new manager in preparation for Klopp’s departure. Former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso of Bayer Leverkusen is another formidable contender, while other well-liked candidates include Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi and current Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann.

However, Amorim has previously stated that he will leave Sporting if they don’t win the title this year, negating the need for the £17 million option. “I’m going to go on my own if we don’t win trophies. Sporting cannot go two years without winning,” he declared, despite the team’s protracted title drought prior to his hiring.

The decision-makers at Anfield will be drawn to that kind of mindset and his aggressive, dominating style of play. Even though he plays in a 3-4-3 system, the emphasis is on high pressing and asserting dominance over the opposition. An additional serious red flag against him is that he is also thought to be a great communicator.

Being a strong leader and having a commanding presence could help bridge the chasm left by Klopp’s exit. Two years ago, Paulo Meneses, the head of recruitment at Braga, told The Athletic of Amorim: “Ruben is going to play for one of the top teams in the ‘Big Five’ leagues.” It must be a project of great ambition.

“He is a really aspirational coach. Other than his desire to take home large trophies, he won’t have anything to be excited about. Owing to his leadership qualities and his work ethic, I am confident that he will become a household figure in European football in the near future.” Perhaps, just perhaps, he will establish himself as a household name with Liverpool.

February 3, 2024
Update on Liverpool’s move to sign £38.8m defender, who wants Anfield move

Liverpool leaked goals regularly last season and the situation hasn’t changed in the current pre-season.

The Reds haven’t done anything to improve the defense so far in the summer transfer window and they need to splash the cash.

The Merseysiders have been linked with Portugal international and Sporting CP centre-back Goncalo Inacio for some time and the latest reports are intriguing.

In June, reports in the Portuguese media suggested that Liverpool had been chasing the player for some time and were waiting for the PL club to sign for him.

Yesterday, The Athletic reported a story claiming that the Anfield club are looking for La Liga defender Nos to bolster Jurgen Klopp’s defense this summer. However, according to an update provided today by O Jogo, there has been no contact between Liverpool and Sporting regarding the transfer of Inacio.

The 21-year-old, who played two games for Portugal’s senior side, has a £38.8m (€45m) release clause in his contract.

The Seleccao defender helped the Lions keep 13 clean sheets in Primeira Liga last season. He’s not only solid at the back, but he can also get forward and help up front.

Last season, the youngster directly contributed to seven goals (four goals and three assists) in all competitions under the guidance of Ruben Amorim. Do you think Liverpool should offer £38.8m to secure the signing of Goncalo Inacio?

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Liverpool is reportedly attempting to sign four midfielders in a major transfer display.

Before the deadline for transfers, Liverpool is looking to bring in four more players as manager Jurgen Klopp strengthens his midfield.

Before the transfer window closes, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp would like to have access to an additional four midfielders. He is also looking to add depth to his midfield.

Only Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai have entered Anfield’s doors so far this summer, which is fewer signings than any other club except West Ham United. Only Stefan Bajcetic is still a viable option at No. 1 with the new campaign beginning this weekend against Chelsea. Six for Klopp.

However, Liverpool is attempting to add a variety of midfielders before the transfer window closes in order to upgrade their depth and avoid being forced into deals by rivals.

As of right now, Romeo Lavia is the Reds’ top priority, according to Ben Jacobs of CBS Sports, who tweeted that the Reds are making another attempt to sign him after their initial offer of about £46 million was turned down. Lavia would take the place of No. 6 but can also be used as a No. 8, too.

Given that there are other deals on the horizon as well, it’s possible that Liverpool is calculating the cost of the move. According to Gazeta Esportiva, the Merseysiders have informed Fluminense of their intention to make a bid for Andre Trindade. The Brazilian is reportedly not at his club right now, despite the fact that demand for his services is high.

Ryan Gravenberch, a star for Bayern Munich who has struggled to make the first team regularly, is reportedly still interested in leaving Bavaria, according to the Bayern Insider podcast, and Gabri Veiga is reportedly a £20 million target, according to a recent report from the Spanish outlet Estadio Deportivo.

Although there are many different links available for players, it appears that the strategy is fairly straightforward. Before adding another No. 10, Liverpool would like to sign a defensive midfielder. No.8.

Aside from Bajcetic and the two new hires, Harvey Elliott, Curtis Jones, Thiago Alcantara, and Cody Gakpo are the other options available to Klopp in the No. 8 roles are needed, and two more players would be ideal to round out the squad.

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As Liverpool’s transfer ruse ends, André’s move was expedited and Roméo Lavia was signed in the perfect summer.

Liverpool still have work to do in the transfer market, with moves for Andre and Roméo Lavia possible while an FSG transfer trick could fail.

Liverpool know what to do with the end of the summer just 29 days away. In exactly 29 days – from the minute this article is published – the transfer window will close.

The search for a new number six is the order of the day, with Curtis Jones and others having stepped into that role over the past few weeks. However, a permanent solution could not be found. Thiago Alcântara and Stefan Bajčetić are expected to return to full training soon, but the former is not perfect for that role, which has many defensive needs, while the latter is only 18 years old.

But there will be no economic solution for Liverpool, not least because the Reds have poured $66m (£52m / €60m) from Saudi Arabia for Jordan Henderson and Fabinho.

André’s move accelerated and Roméo Lavia signed in Liverpool’s ideal summer

What more needs to be done in the transfer window to make Liverpool feel they have done everything possible to have a good season in which to collect trophies?

At least one midfielder is an absolute must. Ideally there would be two players, with Roméo Lavia and André Trindade currently the two prominent midfield options. Then there is an urgent need for another defender, with left-back priority. A central defender is a must for Klopp’s team balance.

A \’Moneyball\’ transfer trick vanishes for FSG

FSG have long been associated with a ‘moneyball’ approach to transfers, where a shortage in the transfer market can leave excellent players freely available for picking while other clubs look elsewhere.

But one of those moves – buying from relegated sides – changed this summer. Where Liverpool could once pick up players like Andy Robertson, Gini Wijnaldum and Xherdan Shaqiri for next to nothing, this is no longer the case.

Given interest from West Ham United, Southampton are sticking to their valuation of James Ward-Prowse, while the same can be said of Lavia, with Liverpool keen but so far unwilling to pay the price. asked for $64m (£50m/€58m) to be paid.

August 10, 2023