Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips is highly likely to depart from the club in the January transfer window, and Liverpool are said to be a front-runner to bring him to Anfield.
According to Inews, the 27-year-old has faced challenges in securing regular playing time under Pep Guardiola, making his departure possible.
In the past, Liverpool, Bayern Munich, and West Ham had shown interest in signing him, while Everton and Newcastle are among the teams vying for his services.
Phillips has struggled with both his form and fitness following his £42 million move from Leeds United in 2022.
He has made appearances in fewer than 25 games across all competitions for Manchester City, and there are indications that he may be struggling to adapt to the tactical requirements of the club.
Must Read: Liverpool showing strong interest in Hoffenheim star Maximilian Beier
Phillips, who shone as a key player for England during Euro 2020 and was highly regarded as one of the best defensive midfielders during his time at Leeds, is in need of a move away from Manchester City to secure regular playing time.
It’s essential for him to find a club where he can play regularly, as he is determined to earn a spot in England’s squad for Euro 2024, which would require consistent playing time to be in Gareth Southgate’s plans.
Liverpool underwent significant changes in their midfield during the summer, with the departures of Jordan Henderson and Fabinho to the Saudi League.
Consequently, Jurgen Klopp brought in several new midfielders. Along with Curtis Jones, the Reds now boasts a plethora of options in the midfield position.
Bringing in Phillips would be a sensible move, given his undoubted talent and the potential for him to regain his top form with a boost in confidence.
Also Read: Pep Guardiola urges Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool to move on from VAR drama
He possesses the qualities of a classic deep-lying midfielder, which align well with Klopp’s high-tempo style of play at Liverpool.
Furthermore, securing the English star on loan would mean covering his weekly wage of £150,000, which should be manageable for the club.
If Phillips performs well, Liverpool could consider making the transfer permanent in the following season.
