Liverpool is set to make waves in the football transfer market with their latest acquisition. The club has secured the signing of Moises Caicedo from Brighton & Hove Albion in a historic deal worth £110m, making it the most expensive transfer ever between two British clubs.
The 21-year-old midfielder has been attracting attention with his exceptional performances for Brighton. Caicedo’s tenacity and skill in the center of the park have made him one of the most sought-after players in the Premier League.
Brighton snapped up Caicedo from Independiente del Valle for a bargain fee of €5m in January 2021 after Manchester United decided not to pursue him. Since then, Caicedo has flourished, becoming an integral player for both club and country.
With two goals and three assists in 53 matches, Caicedo played a crucial role in helping Brighton secure a spot in the upcoming Europa League. However, their efforts to keep hold of him for the new season were challenged by Chelsea, who vigorously pursued the Ecuadorian midfielder.
Despite Chelsea’s increased bid of £100m, Liverpool managed to outmaneuver them with a staggering offer of £110m. Brighton accepted Liverpool’s bid, and Caicedo is now preparing to undergo a medical examination, with personal terms expected to be straightforward.
Caicedo’s arrival at Anfield will make him the most expensive transfer between British clubs, surpassing the recent £105m move of Declan Rice from West Ham United to Arsenal. He will also become Liverpool’s costliest signing, eclipsing Virgil van Dijk’s £75m fee.
Joining Anfield alongside fellow newcomers Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister, Caicedo will fill the void left by Fabinho’s departure and provide much-needed depth in Liverpool’s midfield. Other departures this summer have left the team short on options in the center of the park, making Caicedo’s signing all the more crucial.
Liverpool fans can look forward to seeing Caicedo in action as he is expected to be featured in their Premier League opener against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Although Caicedo had previously expressed his desire to leave Brighton, he ultimately committed to the club until 2027, with an option for an additional year, after failed attempts by Arsenal to secure his services.