Liverpool are readying an opening offer to sign Romeo Lavia after deciding to make the Southampton their next priority signing in a move that will free up Newcastle to land one of Jurgen Klopp’s alternative targets.
Jurgen Klopp’s side endured a disappointing and underwhelming 2022/23 season, finishing outside the Champions League places. That fifth-placed finish ensures they will compete in the Europa League next season. It’s also the lowest position they have finished in during a full season under the German’s control.
A big factor in their fall from grace was a surprising lack of verve in midfield. But with James Milner, Naby Keita and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain all departing, Klopp has been given permission – and the funds – to significantly rebuild the side
To that end, Klopp and Co have wasted little time in strengthening their ranks. Alexis Mac Allister was brought in for an initial £35m soon after the season was completed. And over the weekend, Liverpool were able to wrap up their second summer signing, paying RB Leipzig £60m for Dominik Szoboszlai.
That near £100m double investment is certainly a big show of intent from owners FSG. And while the double deal has fans excited, the pair will be far from their last signings of the summer.
To that end, Jamie Carragher has hinted at who he thinks will be Liverpool’s next two signings this summer.
Having signed a new No 10 (Szoboszlai) and a new No 8 (Mac Allister), reports are growing that Klopp now wants a new No 6.
With that in mind, Liverpool have been strongly linked with three targets in Khephren Thuram, Kouadio Kone and Lavia.
