Arne Slot and Liverpool have some key transfer decisions to make. (Image: Getty)
manager has plenty to ponder following on Tuesday night. While the result cemented his side’s place at the top of the but right now, there is as much scrutiny on off-the-field matters at Merseyside as there is on-field ones.
The contract saga surrounding , , and continues to rumble on, with none of three players having penned a new deal. The Reds have also been linked to a host of names as the Dutchman looks to bolster his squad depth for the title run-in.
Express Sport looks at the main transfer news coming from Anfield….
Talks held with Bayern star
have reportedly taken a big step towards signing a potential replacement for with the right-back seemingly edging closer to a move to . According to Sky Sports, the club have entered talks to sign Joshua Kimmich from Bayern Munich.
Like Alexander-Arnold, the German international is also adept in a midfield role. And he’s also out of contract this summer following what will be his 10th season with the Bundesliga giants.
To avoid a transfer battle, are said to be weighing up making a permanent £21million offer in January. That notion could suit both parties, with Bayern at least able to get a return on the player as opposed to losing him for nothing.
Could Joshua Kimmich be heading to Anfield? (Image: Getty)
Reds braced for Barca bid
The future of Luis Diaz is back in the limelight with lining up a big-money bid. The Colombian winger has been linked with the Nou Camp for some considerable time, and he’s yet to be offered a new contract with his current deal expiring in 2027.
According to Spanish media outlet , the Catalan side are preparing to offer £59million this summer. And they are said to be prepared to be patient even if are reluctant to sell the 28-year-old.
Teenage star targeted
Highly rated 19-year-old striker Stefano Tzimas could soon be heading to Merseyside. Tzimas, on loan at Nurnberg from Greek side PAOK Thessaloniki, is currently excelling in the German second tier.
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He’s scored eight times this season and notched two assists. And his form has suddenly seen him linked to a number of big clubs from around Europe.
According to transfer expert Florian Plettenberg, the club has already held talks with Nurnberg. They are also said to have initiated contact with the player’s representatives and appear in pole position to land the young forward.