Liverpool FC is leaving no stone unturned in their quest to bolster their squad for the upcoming season. Recent reports reveal their strong interest in Barcelona’s centre-back, Andreas Christensen, and Southampton’s rising star, Romeo Lavia. However, the road to securing these valuable additions is far from smooth.
Liverpool’s Ambitious Pursuit: Opening Offer for Barcelona’s Christensen Rejected
The Anfield club made an assertive opening offer of €30 million to acquire the services of Andreas Christensen from Barcelona. However, their ambitious move was met with a swift rejection from the Catalan giants. The Danish centre-back’s future remains uncertain as Liverpool may have to revise their offer to secure his signature.
Southampton’s Valuable Asset: Liverpool in Progression for Romeo Lavia
As Liverpool’s pursuit for Christensen faces a hurdle, their interest in Romeo Lavia seems to be gaining momentum. The talented midfielder from Southampton has impressed onlookers, leading Liverpool to target him as a potential addition to their midfield ranks. With a hefty price tag of €60 million, securing Lavia’s services won’t be an easy task for the Reds.
Manchester United’s Change of Heart: Martial to Stay as Backup Striker
In a surprising turn of events, Manchester United’s initial plan to offload Anthony Martial has shifted. The Red Devils are now open to retaining the French striker as a backup option. Despite the change in stance, it remains to be seen how Martial’s role will evolve under Eric Ten Hag’s management.
RB Leipzig’s Ultimatum to Manchester City: Josko Gvardiol’s Deadline Approaches
RB Leipzig has issued a stern warning to Manchester City regarding the potential signing of Josko Gvardiol. The German club has set a deadline of August 12, coinciding with the German Super Cup clash, for City to finalize the deal. Failure to meet the deadline could see Gvardiol’s availability slip through City’s fingers.
Bayern Munich’s Goalkeeper Hunt: David Raya Targeted Amidst Sommer’s Departure
Bayern Munich is actively searching for a competent goalkeeper to provide competition for Manuel Neuer. Their sights are set on Brentford’s shot-stopper, David Raya. The Munich club’s current understudy, Yann Sommer, is expected to join Inter, creating a vacancy that Raya could potentially fill.