When it comes to signing a player known as the “Mexican Erling Haaland,” Liverpool may have a significant advantage.
According to several reports, Liverpool and Feyenoord have begun talks on Arne Slot’s potential appointment as manager.
The Feyenoord manager is reportedly leading Liverpool’s hunt for a replacement for Jurgen Klopp. According to Sky Sports, the 45-year-old is eager to join the Merseyside team, therefore the process might go swiftly.
Also, if Liverpool signs the 45-year-old Dutchman, it might increase their chances of acquiring Santiago Gimenez, who has been linked to some of the biggest teams in Europe for the last summer.
Gimenez was branded “the Haaland Made in Mexico” by Nacional back in October when the forward was linked to Chelsea.
According to 90min, Feyenoord wants to sell Gimenez for a record £87 million in the Eredivisie, and interested parties include Arsenal, Spurs, Real Madrid, and Inter Milan.
In 29 league games this season, Gimenez has scored 21 goals and earned five more assists.
Additionally, if Slot joins Liverpool, he might try to entice the Mexican international to Anfield.
Marcel van der Kraan, a Dutch football journalist, stated to Sky Sports that he is the front-runner for Liverpool. It was just a matter of time until a major English club called at the door. In addition to being a successful manager, he has also played extremely attacking, Pep Guardiola-esque football, which has greatly impressed.
“I don’t think Feyenoord will obstruct the path. They will seek a large compensation pay even though they are aware of how in-demand he is as a manager. His record-breaking contract has two years left on it.
“A team in Dutch football has never previously given a manager such enormous compensation. The team, the fans, and the players all adore him; they won’t want him to leave. Given that his contract, which he renewed last year, contains no condition allowing for a large price, Feyenoord has every right to seek it.
“He’s been a great coach, turning Feyenoord into champions with their chaotic, seductive game. This dude brings something sexy to the football field. He has nothing left to gain in this situation. His next move is to sign with a team in a major league, and the Premier League is the biggest league in the Netherlands. If Slot doesn’t seize the opportunity to lead Liverpool the following season, I’ll be shocked.”