Liverpool are reportedly preparing to break the British transfer record on two separate occasions this summer, securing their dream target after Florian Wirtz. The Reds, fresh from a triumphant Premier League season, are setting an aggressive pace in the transfer market to bolster their squad ahead of the new campaign.
Having already clinched deals for Jeremie Frimpong and Armin Pecsi, manager Arne Slot is driving plans for further reinforcements. Reports indicate that Liverpool have successfully fended off fierce competition to sign both Milos Kerkez and Florian Wirtz, with their arrivals expected at Anfield imminently.
Celebrated journalist Sacha Tavolieri provides insights into the club’s strategic approach, with future moves awaiting the expected departure of Darwin Núñez. Tavolieri notes, “After finalising the signing of Florian Wirtz this weekend, Liverpool is expected to wait for the sale of Darwin Núñez before making another move in the transfer market.”
Liverpool’s ambitions extend beyond Wirtz, as they are linked with Newcastle United’s prolific striker, Alexander Isak. The Evening Standard suggests that the Reds are plotting to eclipse the current British transfer record, held by Moises Caicedo’s £115m move to Chelsea, by spending £116m on Wirtz. Furthermore, they are reportedly willing to splash out £150m to secure Isak, deemed their ‘dream’ signing.
Should the Isak move falter, attention could turn to Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitike, confirmed by transfer guru Fabrizio Romano as a “concrete” target for Liverpool. Nonetheless, any moves are contingent upon the club finalising Darwin Núñez’s transfer, with interest from Napoli and Saudi clubs intensifying.
Moreover, Liverpool are making strides in negotiations for Lyon winger Malick Fofana. L’Equipe’s Hugo Guillemot reports that Liverpool have advanced discussions with Fofana’s representatives, contingent on the sale of a current squad member. However, they may face competition from Chelsea and Manchester United, with negotiations for the talented winger anticipated at approximately €50m (£43m).
With Liverpool’s ambitions clear, the coming weeks promise significant activity at Anfield, as the Reds aim to assemble a squad capable of defending their Premier League crown.
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