Why There Are So Many Rumours About Joel Ordonez Joining Liverpool – And What Happens Next

Fabrizio Romano has clarified the swirling speculation around Club Brugge defender Joel Ordonez and Liverpool. The 21-year-old Ecuadorian centre-back has been the subject of intense rumours, particularly from Ecuadorian media outlets like Bola VIP, claiming Liverpool have agreed personal terms for a €40m (£35m) deal. However, Romano insists no such agreement exists.[1]

Reacting to the buzz, Romano stated: “Liverpool are scouting Ordonez, as they are scouting many players, but nothing done or agreed at this stage.” He highlighted the strong relationship between Liverpool and Club Brugge but emphasized that Ordonez is just one name on sporting director Richard Hughes' radar amid their search for defensive depth.[1]

Origins of the Rumours

The frenzy began with Ecuadorian reports asserting a done deal, but no credible Liverpool insiders have corroborated an approach. Ordonez, known for his elite skills in tackles and passes as showcased in highlight reels, fits Arne Slot's system, yet remains speculative.[1][3]

Liverpool's Defensive Needs

With Joe Gomez nearing a return against Fulham, providing bench cover for Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate, urgency is tempered. Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi lingers as a summer free-agent target, not January. Links to Ordonez and Austria's Ifeanyi Ndukwe reflect ongoing scouting in the January window.[1][2]

What happens next? Liverpool's recruitment team continues monitoring multiple defenders. A move for Ordonez isn't imminent, but his potential keeps him in contention if needs escalate. Fans await concrete action as the window heats up.[1]

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