Liverpool are hoping to strengthen Arne Slot’s squad with two players from Germany, Manchester United have opened discussions over the player’s departure and Wednesday’s Euro Paper Talk includes Aston Villa battling West Ham United for the striker. there is.
Liverpool for two stars
According to reports, Slot could count on two new players for Liverpool next season as they chase Piero Hincapie and another Bundesliga star.
Slot will soon arrive at Anfield to continue the incredible job Jurgen Klopp has done on Merseyside over the past nine years.
Slott has told Liverpool higher-ups that the club wants to sign a new left-sided centre-back amid uncertainty over the future of captain Virgil van Dijk, who will soon enter the final 12 months of his contract.
Liverpool could also consider adding another defender as Joel Matip is set to leave on a free transfer soon, and there are some doubts over the form of Van Dijk’s centre-back partner Ibrahima Konate.
In recent months, Liverpool have received support to harass former managerial target Xabi Alonso by signing Bayer Leverkusen for Hincapie.
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The left-footed centre-back made 43 appearances during Leverkusen’s unprecedented season, helping Alonso’s side remain unbeaten on their way to the Bundesliga title, win the German Cup and reach the Europa League final.
Hincapie has earned praise at Liverpool for not only being comfortable in the back, but also a solid defender who specializes in tackling and aerial duels.
Liverpool transfer: Piero Hincapie shortlisted
According to reporter Christian Martin, Liverpool are firmly behind Hincapie and are planning to make a €50m (£42.5m) offer for him this summer.
Leverkusen would ideally demand €60m (£51m) before letting the 22-year-old go as they want to keep their history-making team together.
So it’s up to Liverpool to decide whether Hincapie is worth that much. But given how much the Ecuadorian has impressed Liverpool scouts, it wouldn’t be surprising if the Merseyside giants paid big money to sign him.
Hincapie is not the only Ecuadorian international Liverpool are interested in. That’s because they are also trying to sign fellow defender Willian Pacho.
Pacho, also 22 years old, played well in 44 games for Eintracht Frankfurt this season. The centre-back has also been linked with Arsenal, but Martin says Liverpool are now more likely to make an offer for him.
Pacho is valued at around €50m (£42.5m) and a double deal worth €100m (£85m) could be possible for Liverpool.
Hincapie and Pacho are both left-footed, which is interesting, but both are comfortable playing as right-sided central defenders if needed.
Signing both Hincapie and Pacho will help Liverpool prepare for life after influential star Van Dijk, while putting serious pressure on Konate to get back to his best.
However, it should be noted that such a move could impact the development of rising star Jarell Quansah.
Aston Villa and West Ham want the same player
Aston Villa have joined West Ham in the race to sign striker Youssef En-Nesyri, who played under Sevilla’s new Irons manager Julen Lopetegui. (Vamos Mi Sevilla FC)
Crisencio Somerville and Archie Gray are likely to leave Leeds United after the club failed to gain promotion back to the Premier League. (Fabrizio Romano)
Meanwhile, Leeds’ Brendan Aronson could rejoin Union Berlin on loan despite his early struggles in Germany. (build)
New Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes will help the club move into pole position for Tottenham target Ederson, who plays for Manchester United and Atalanta. (Calciomercato)
Kylian Mbappe has admitted he has supported AC Milan’s development, sparking rumors he could join the Italian giants if he leaves Real Madrid. (Sky Italy)
Manchester United in talks with Inter
Negotiations between Manchester United and Inter Milan are ‘ongoing’ and Aaron Wan-Bissaka could move to the Serie A club for a reduced price of just €12m (£10m). (Tutomercato Web)
Malmo manager Henrik Lidstrom’s agent is ‘not surprised’ after being informed that his client will replace Roberto De Zerbi at Brighton. However, the 48-year-old is currently ‘focused’ on his club. (Fotbollskanalen)
Manchester United will try to sign Dutch ace Xabi Simmons on loan from Paris Saint-Germain before Barcelona snap him up. (Mundo Deportivo)
Barca are uncertain about pushing ahead with a move for Joshua Kimmich amid concerns the Bayern Munich star could cause friction in the dressing room. (Radio Catalonia)
Liverpool have once again been linked with Porto’s Argentine midfielder Allan Barella, who is valued at £60m. (Expulsion No. 24)
Chelsea and rival Newcastle, goalkeeper is wolf
Chelsea, Newcastle United and Wolverhampton Wanderers have all zeroed in on Villarreal goalkeeper Philipp Jorgensen. (Nacho Sanchis)
Former Chelsea, Milan and Netherlands star Ruud Gullit has criticized the Blues for sacking Mauricio Pochettino, saying the club is being run ‘like a business model’. (rondo)
Mikel Arteta and Arsenal are ready to launch an ‘official bid’ to beat Manchester United for Bologna striker Joshua Zirczy. (Tuto Sports)
Liverpool striker Cody Gakpo has admitted he has yet to speak to the club’s new manager Slott. But Gakpo believes his ‘high pressure’ style of play will be similar to Klopp’s. (Vetbal International)
Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag has branded Slot’s Feyenoord side ‘jealous’ after he complained they were overrated during recent seasons. (after AD)
