Liverpool push contract talks as Mac Allister stance made clear
Liverpool could seek a Mohamed Salah replacement this summer, with a named target said to ‘absolutely’ want the move.
Chelsea reportedly lead Liverpool for Nottingham Forest defender Murillo, valued around £50m. Liverpool still need centre-back depth, with the Brazilian keen on a summer move.
Liverpool scouts rate Palmeiras midfielder Allan as a ‘complete’ and ‘perfect’ fit, with a €30-35m fee discussed. His physicality and versatility appeal as the Reds assess a summer move.
Liverpool scouted RB Leipzig’s 19-year-old Yan Diomande and are ‘most advanced’ despite £87m price. The winger has 9 goals and 6 assists, with Arsenal, Chelsea, Man United and Spurs also watching.
Luis Diaz says leaving Liverpool for Bayern was a ‘good decision’, thriving under Vincent Kompany with 19 goals and 15 assists, and rated world’s best by SciSports after Slot sanctioned his sale.
List claims Liverpool could lose Ibrahima Konate and Andrew Robertson on free transfers this summer, with major names also out of contract across the league.
Liverpool regroup at the AXA Training Centre for a pivotal five-match spell, with two players close to returning to boost their Premier League push.
Liverpool and Chelsea target Toulouse centre-back Charlie Cresswell after Liverpool landed Jeremy Jacquet. The 23-year-old, strong in the air, is monitored as Liverpool seek depth at centre-back.
Wayne Rooney says Arne Slot lacks ‘aura’ and criticises Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Andy Robertson, questioning Liverpool’s form and warning a top-five finish is vital for Slot’s job.
Liverpool and Man Utd oppose a Premier League plan to centralise perimeter advertising sales, worth a projected £750m a year, preferring to keep club-controlled deals amid conflict-of-interest concerns.
Carlos Mac Allister says they are ‘waiting for an offer’ to renew at Liverpool amid Man United interest. He insists Alexis is focused on Liverpool but the club must act on a contract extension.
Liverpool are in positive talks to extend Dominik Szoboszlai’s deal amid Real Madrid links. The 25-year-old has 10 goals and 6 assists this season, with a resolution targeted by season’s end.
Liverpool face competition from Man Utd for Wolves teenager Mateus Mane, with United holding talks with his camp as Premier League clubs circle the breakout 18-year-old forward.
Virgil van Dijk says Liverpool are ‘really gutted’ after Wataru Endo suffered a foot injury at Sunderland. Arne Slot expects him out for weeks, with a late-season return only a possibility.
Emmanuel Petit claims Xabi Alonso would choose Liverpool over Man City if both jobs opened, citing his Anfield connection, echoing Arteta’s Arsenal return.
Liverpool are in talks to sign AZ Alkmaar youngster Kees Smit, moving ahead of Real Madrid. Initial contacts aim for a summer deal, with PSG, Arsenal and Bayern also tracking the midfielder.
Liverpool are evaluating Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers, but PSG, Man Utd and Arsenal also monitor the 23-year-old, who has 10 goals and 7 assists and is contracted at Villa Park until 2031.
Ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp enjoys his Red Bull Head of Global Soccer role and was seen at the Winter Olympics. His agent says Chelsea and Man United enquired but he is ‘very, very happy’ there.
