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Liverpool’s transfer window has started with serious intent.

The club moved quickly to secure top target Florian Wirtz, a statement signing that points to a new era under Arne Slot.

It’s the kind of move fans have been crying out for.

But as always, when one comes in, someone else is pushed to the fringes.

This summer feels like a reset at Anfield.

The midfield revamp that began last season is now in full swing.

Wirtz adds more competition in attacking areas, joining a group that already includes Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister, and Curtis Jones.

That kind of depth is great for the club, but not for everyone.

For some of the younger players, the message is clear.

Game time will be even harder to come by.

And when that happens, other clubs start circling.

One Premier League side have reportedly made their move.

According to The Standard, Brighton have named Harvey Elliott as a “key target” this summer and are preparing a £40 million bid to sign the Liverpool midfielder.

Elliott, who joined from Fulham in 2019, has grown steadily at Anfield but found himself unsettled toward the end of the 2024/25 season.

The main reason?

Liverpool’s pursuit and eventual capture of Florian Wirtz.

With the German now officially a Red, Elliott’s position has been thrown into doubt.

He “became unsettled towards the end of the season as reports of the Reds’ interest in Florian Wirtz intensified.”

And with the deal now done, “Elliott seems ready to move for greener pastures.”

Brighton are hoping to take advantage.

The Seagulls are ready to put £40m on the table and believe their project built around young, technically gifted players can convince Elliott.

They’re not alone in the race.

“He is thought to have a variety of other clubs interested in his services, both in the Premier League and abroad.”

But Brighton have moved early.

Liverpool haven’t responded yet.

But the interest is real, and so is Elliott’s desire for a fresh start.

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