With the summer transfer window officially opened on Friday, Liverpool is gearing up for significant activity.
Under the guidance of new manager Arne Slot, the Reds have been quietly planning their moves. While a new center-back is a priority, Slot is also targeting other key areas to strengthen the squad.
Liverpool is looking to buy a top quality forward and a defensive mid, which means they have to spend a lot of money to get big players in their squad.
One name tied to Liverpool is Joao Neves from Benfica, a 19-year-old mid field player with a huge price tag attached to his name.
Joao Neves has a buy-out price over £100 million, but journalist Fabrice Hawkins said he might go for a bit less, around £84 million.
This price remains steep, and Liverpool will have to compete with Paris Saint-Germain for the youngster’s signature.
PSG’s new manager, Luis Enrique, has identified Neves as a priority target for his midfield, but the high asking price is a major hurdle.
Liverpool’s transfer budget could potentially be boosted by some significant sales this summer. There are surprising reports that Virgil van Dijk has an offer to leave the club, with Al Nassr showing interest.
If Van Dijk decides to accept the contract proposal from the Saudi Arabian side, Liverpool could demand a substantial fee for his transfer.
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Additionally, Alisson Becker is also a target for Al Nassr, and his departure would also command a large transfer fee.
While Liverpool hopes to retain both Van Dijk and Alisson, the club is preparing for the possibility of their exits. The funds from these sales could be reinvested into acquiring new talent.
Liverpool has already shown that they have substantial financial resources, as evidenced by last year’s mega offer for Moises Caicedo.
Neves is seen as a highly promising talent, and signing him would be a significant investment for Liverpool. At just 19, he is already a Portugal international and has impressed many with his performances.
Diogo Jota has praised Neves, and Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has also hailed him as an ‘excellent’ player. These endorsements from established players highlight Neves’ potential and quality.
In addition to Neves, Liverpool is also targeting 18-year-old Leny Yoro, which indicates a strategy to build a squad with some of the best young talents in Europe.
Buying these players may cost a lot, but it will help Liverpool stay strong for many years. They’ll have a good base in both the back line and the midfield.
As Liverpool waits to hear back from Chelsea about Levi Colwill, they’re looking at other ways to boost their team. In this summer transfer window , it’s an exciting time for Liverpool fans, ready for new faces and maybe saying goodbye to some.
