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Liverpool remains firmly tied to a move by Paris Saint-Germain superstar Kylian Mbappé, and the latest reports from the continent are likely to be a boost for Anfield bosses.
The young French striker was at his best against Istanbul Basaksehir on Wednesday night, scoring two goals and assisting Neymar during a sensational performance in the Champions League.
The Reds know that it will take a sensational attempt to evict Mbappé from the Parc des Princes and have reportedly probed another target of attack as well.
Meanwhile, Jurgen Klopp continues to search the market for a central defender to cover the injured duo Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez, although Liverpool’s hopes of landing a new recruit in January depend on certain conditions.
Here’s Thursday’s Liverpool transfer summary.
Mbappé’s interest is “real”
Kylian Mbappé’s search for Liverpool is “real” and they continue to fight Real Madrid for the signing of the World Cup winner, according to Spanish media Sport.
And while Paris Saint-Germain bosses are hopeful that Mbappé will extend his stay in the French capital by signing a new deal, he is believed to have doubts about the club’s ambition.
Mbappé’s current contract expires in just over 18 months.
The report adds that Liverpool may not be able to match PSG’s financial power, but they can tempt the Frenchman to Anfield by offering him the most attractive project.
Central defense update
Liverpool’s December results may prove influential for the club to sign a center-back in the January transfer window, according to The Transfer Window podcast.
The Reds are second in the Premier League on goal difference and have progressed to the knockout stages of the Champions League despite long-term injuries to Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez.
If their results continue to impress through the festive period, Duncan Castles says they may not enter the market for another central defender.
He said, according to HITC: “My information is that they are waiting to see what happens during this last month before the January window opens before committing to that strategy that Jurgen Klopp would like to bring in a quality central defender to compensate for the loss of Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez, or whether to rule out until the end of the season.
“What could be important here, obviously the results are important, but what could be very important is the game against Tottenham next week.”
Gomez linked to league rivals
Liverpool have lagged behind Arsenal and Wolves in the race to sign Valencia star Maxi Gomez, the Daily Mail reports.
Gomez, 24, has three goals and an assist in La Liga this season and has a £ 125 million release clause, although cash-strapped Valencia are reportedly willing to hear much lower offers than that. rate.
As such, the Uruguayan international, who is known for his pace of work and well-rounded qualities, can offer an inexpensive alternative to Kylian Mbappé.
But Liverpool would face widespread competition for Gomez’s signing, as he has been monitored by numerous Premier League clubs, including Arsenal, Wolves, Manchester City, Everton and West Ham.
Source: m.allfootballapp.com
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