Liverpool has reached an agreement to sign a target for $31.9 million, with the player set to undergo his medical today. This development follows extensive negotiations and indicates that the transfer is moving towards completion. The signing is anticipated to bolster Liverpool’s squad, enhancing their options in the relevant position. Further details about the player’s role and impact on the team will likely emerge after the medical examination is completed and the official announcement is made.
The deal is £25m plus add-ons and is a very smart move from the Hammers.”
The Merseysiders were thought to hold an interest themselves, though appear to have aligned themselves more clearly with Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon.
The former Feyenoord star was prolific in Leeds’ Championship title push, registering 28 goal contributions in 43 games (across all competitions).
At this point, it’s abundantly clear that the Magpies’ left-sided wide man is our ideal preference to reinforce the position.
The only questions that remain are whether or not an agreement can be reached (and, more broadly, if a swap deal is required to reduce the asking price) and who will be sold to make room.
Whilst the idea of having Cody Gakpo, Luis Diaz and Gordon on the left flank is a mouth-watering prospect, we struggle to see the club allowing for that degree of depth in one position.
Our Colombian international would seem the most likely candidate to depart, though potential suitors Barcelona’s finances are somewhat messy. Reported interest from PSG, on the other hand, has died down in recent weeks.
