Brazilian star Andre Trindade has expressed his admiration for the work done by Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp.
The 22-year-old has not yet decided on his future, while the Reds are considering rekindling their interest in the defensive midfielder.
The Merseyside club initiated discussions with Fluminense about signing Andre in August, but the move was rejected when it became clear that the player had no intention of leaving in the summer, especially with his club still competing in the Copa Libertadores.
Fluminense have since advanced to the final, where they will face Argentina’s Boca Juniors at the Maracana Stadium in Rio on Saturday evening.
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Liverpool signed Wataru Endo from Stuttgart in August but are still in search of a long-term replacement for Fabinho, who departed in the summer.
The South American star has been on the radar of Liverpool and Arsenal. He has not dismissed the possibility of moving to England once the Brazilian season concludes next month.
While talking to the Guardian, he also mentioned his admiration for Klopp and his role. He said:
“I follow overseas games a bit and I know that their work is exceptional. Without a doubt, he is a great coach, very intelligent and successful. But at the moment, my coach is Diniz, a person I appreciate a lot off the field and who understands my style of play.”
Liverpool are still in need of a top-class defensive midfielder following Fabinho’s departure to the Saudi Pro League. As a result, there are ongoing links between the club and Andre ahead of the January transfer window.
A summer move was not feasible as Fluminense were unwilling to release him but things could change now.
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The South American team have indicated their willingness to let Andre go once the Copa Libertadores concludes, providing an opportunity for the Reds to secure his transfer.
However, the Anfield outfit would need to splash out €40 million to grab his services next year.
