Liverpool are reportedly plotting a swoop to signal Brighton and Hove Albion star Kaoru Mitoma, as per TEAMtalk.
The Reds are poised to win the Premier League title in Arne Slot’s debut season as supervisor. Nonetheless, they’re reportedly keen to remain energetic this summer season to offer the Dutch boss with the mandatory instruments to compete on all fronts within the upcoming marketing campaign.
Though Virgil van Dijk is anticipated to signal an extension, Slot desires a brand new centre-back as a possible long-term substitute for him as he’ll flip 35 subsequent yr.
Buying a brand new left-back following Andy Robertson’s inconsistent shows this season can also be on Slot’s agenda. Moreover, he desires a brand new midfielder. Liverpool are reportedly additionally looking for a brand new centre-forward following Darwin Núñez and Diogo Jota’s common performances this season.
Moreover, TEAMtalk declare that the Reds desire a new left-sided ahead and have earmarked Mitoma as a critical choice. Liverpool maintain a long-term curiosity within the Japanese and will lastly make a concrete strategy to lure him to Anfield this summer season.
Mitoma to Liverpool
Mitoma may depart AMEX Stadium throughout the low season and the Seagulls have slapped a whopping £80m price ticket on his head along with his current deal set to run till 2027.
The Saudi Arabian membership Al Nassr expressed their curiosity in signing Mitoma within the winter window. Though the attacker was open to shifting to the Center East, Brighton didn’t enable his departure.
Al Nassr stay eager on signing him and have been in touch with the participant’s representatives earlier than reviving their curiosity. Due to this fact, it gained’t be simple for Slot’s aspect to safe his service.
Mitoma is a left-sided ahead and has been a key participant for the Seagulls in recent times. In 28 Premier League begins this season, he has made 10 aim contributions up to now.
He has showcased glimpses of his qualities within the Premier League in current instances and could possibly be a shrewd acquisition for Liverpool in the event that they buy him forward of subsequent time period.
Nevertheless, having already bought Luis Diaz and Cody Gakpo, Liverpool don’t have to spend large so as to add extra depth within the left flank.
