Liverpool are keen to complete deals early this summer, with two Italian-based midfielders on their radar as the Reds look to land a former Manchester United target for a bargain fee…
LIVERPOOL NEEDS THREE DEALS COMPLETED IMMEDIATELY.
That’s all there is to it. The Premier League season has come to an end. It’s now time to get down to business. Jurgen Klopp is also dressed professionally.
Liverpool have a busy summer ahead of them, and word is that they want to get started as soon as possible. They want three deals completed by the end of June, according to Football Insider.
The Reds are reportedly prioritizing moves for central midfielders, a central defender, and a right back. A backup goalkeeper is also being sought, as Caoimhin Kelleher appears to have played his final game.
Klopp wants at least three of those goals completed before his team returns for preseason. Alexis MacAllister is near the top of the list, and the Brighton midfielder shed tears after what is expected to be his final appearance for the Seagulls at Villa Park.
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Klopp wants midfielders who can slot straight into his starting lineup, and there are a couple in Serie A who fit the bill…
Liverpool have been linked with Inter Milan midfielder Nicolo Barella for months, but they will have to wait while he prepares for the Champions League final on June 10. Also, if the 26-year-old isn’t cheap. According to Calciomercato, the Reds will have to pay £86.8 million to sign the Italy international.
Sergej Milinkovic-Savic’s worth has fluctuated over the last five years, during which time Manchester United has been interested in the Serbian. However, according to Calciomercatoweb, the Lazio midfielder could be available to Liverpool for £22.5 million this summer, when he enters the final year of his contract in Rome with no sign of a renewal.
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Newcastle is also gearing up for a busy summer after finishing fourth and regaining their place in the Champions League.
The Magpies are said to have entered a bidding war for Kim Min-jae, who is also wanted by Manchester United. Due to a clause in his contract with Napoli, the South Korean defender is said to be available for £51 million during a two-week window this summer. The Red Devils have been tipped to win the race, but according to Fichajes, Newcastle have emerged as genuine contenders.
Eddie Howe must also keep his existing assets. According to the Times, Barcelona want to sign Bruno Guimaraes this summer, but the Catalans acknowledge that it may take £87 million to persuade Newcastle to sell the Brazilian midfielder.
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