Liverpool’s summer transfer activity has slowed somewhat since the arrival of world champion Alexis Mac Allister, but Jurgen Klopp is working hard to attract new signings
Liverpool’s summer transfer window has started with a bang, with the signing of world champion Alexis Mac Allister from Premier League rivals Brighton.
However, since the Argentine’s arrival at Anfield, the Reds’ business has slowed down a bit. This is despite the fact that Reds manager Jurgen Klopp is in dire need of signings as he seeks to help his side bounce back from a horribly disappointing season. RB Leipzig star Dominik Szoboszlai has become a surprise target in recent days, with Klopp pushing hard to sign the striker after an impressive spell in the Bundesliga. Here, Hephzibah Sports sums up the latest Liverpool transfer news. The Reds have warned that the Szoboszlai deal will be ‘complicated’
Dominik Szoboszlai’s Liverpool move could prove complicated, even though the Reds are keen to sign the striker. The Hungarian was a key figure for RB Leipzig and his national side, making 48 appearances for RB Leipzig last season.
But The Athletic say a potential deal between Liverpool and Leipzig will be “complicated”. Even Anfield chiefs have privately admitted it will be “very difficult” to reach an agreement.
Liverpool bosses met with the 22-year-old’s representatives earlier this week to start talks. Although it will take a ‘significant’ effort to sign him, it is understood he remains high on the Reds’ shopping list.
Jurgen 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 often been linked with a move to Anfield.
Additional weight could now be given to those links as Corriere dello Sport report that he is no longer part of Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri’s plans. Juve are now ready to sell the striker if an ‘attractive offer’ is made.
Allegri’s preferred 3-5-2 formation doesn’t suit Chiesa and he’s no longer at the center of the project. The prospect of a sale is growing and Juve are ready to hear offers in the region of £52million.
Osimhen moves ruled out
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 the offensive 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.
