Liverpool, who are in the running to acquire Lille defender Leny Yoro, have discovered a possible replacement for Virgil van Dijk.
WHAT HAPPENED?
According to Le Parisien, the Reds will fight with European heavyweights like Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain to recruit the gifted 18-year-old center defender. The Premier League team will, however, have a difficult time acquiring the young player as Lille is expected to demand a hefty transfer price of between €90 million and €100 million (£77 million and £85 million).
THE BIGGER PICTURE
The French player has been named by the Merseyside club as the long-term replacement for virtuoso defender Virgil van Dijk, who has just one year left on his deal. The 32-year-old has been linked to moves to Saudi Pro League teams and Bayern Munich, but he has remained silent on his future.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Yoro, who is in just his third season as a senior professional, has made 44 appearances for his club in all competitions. The team placed fourth in Ligue 1 in the 2023–24 season and qualified for the Champions League.
WHAT NEXT FOR LIVERPOOL?
The players are presently enjoying their off-season, but they will return to action in July when they head to the US for preseason training with new manager Arne Slot.