The details of what was said behind the scenes by the likes of Jurgen Klopp, Mike Gordon and Joerg Schmadtke will never be fully known, but regardless, Liverpool have now gone full steam ahead this summer.
After the excitement over the recent arrival of Dominik Szoboszlai, attention now seems to have turned to the possible additions of Khephren Thuram and Romeo Lavia.
There’s no way to tell or know exactly which is preferred, what deals are in play for one or the other, or whether both are actually in demand.
However, one thing seems very likely. If the two were to happen, it would be likely that there would be another departure from Anfield.
Of the two, Lavia appears to be the one who has really accelerated over the past week. As Fabrizio Romano said, Liverpool have been in direct talks with Southampton since last Monday and that’s not the only noise in young Belgium.
Compatriot and football journalist Sachs Tavolieri had said he expected Liverpool to “make an offer” for the player in the coming weeks, while other journalists said the Reds were seriously considering a move for the 19-year-old who was “sold out”. to Jurgen Klopp-‘ projects.
Thuram’s situation would always be complicated by France’s participation in the Under-21 Euros, but they have been out since Sunday evening, which could bring more clarity to the proceedings.
Romano and others said the 22-year-old was “still on the list” for Liverpool despite the arrival of Szoboszlai.
While the mix is expected to become clearer in the coming week, it still seems hard to imagine the two midfielders arriving at Anfield in their current form.
Lavia seems the more likely of the two as he doesn’t need to be registered due to his age and will eventually be considered a local player. But that doesn’t mean it’s not possible.
Rumors about Thiago have been circulating all summer, although that’s all for now.
The 32-year-old has endured another injury-related season and with a year left on his contract, there is talk on social media of a return to Barcelona or a move to Saudi Arabia.
If there is any truth or substance, we should find out in due time. Although the player holds all the power and any movement is only on their terms.
Jurgen Klopp might just hate losing such a talented player despite the availability issues. A simple direct request from the player would surely change your mind.
That being said, it certainly looks like the only option is for Thuram and Lavia to come to Anfield.
With a new centre-back seemingly on the list for many and the likes of Van De Ven, Inacio and others linked to him, Liverpool’s budget certainly can’t go that far.
If Thiago were to leave, £200,000 a week would be freed from the wage bill and Thuram and Lavia would likely earn significantly less.
Lavia seems the most likely choice and unless the Spanish maestro breaks new ground, Szoboszlai might even be the preferred choice over Thuram. We won’t have to wait long to find out. The transfer window has indeed started at Anfield.
