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Liverpool have emerged as serious contenders in the race to sign Real Madrid winger Rodrygo, currently valued at around €100 million (£86.6m). The club is reportedly ready to do "everything in their power" to secure the transfer of the 24-year-old forward, who is highly versatile and capable of playing on the left wing, right wing, or as a center-forward.

With Liverpool's current winger Luis Diaz having expressed a desire to leave and attracting interest from Bayern Munich and clubs in Saudi Arabia, the Reds are actively searching for a replacement who can strengthen their attack. Rodrygo fits their profile as he has experience playing across multiple attacking positions, evident in last season's Real Madrid appearances where he featured 12 times on the left, 31 times on the right, and 10 times as a central forward.

Reports from Spanish journalist Eduardo Burgos suggest Liverpool will soon send an emissary to Madrid to initiate official talks with Real Madrid following the clarification of Diaz's future at Anfield. Liverpool face stiff competition from Arsenal, who have also shown interest in Rodrygo, as well as Bayern Munich, who may consider Rodrygo if they fail to acquire Luis Diaz.

This pursuit of Rodrygo comes alongside Liverpool's ongoing efforts to bolster their attack, including a potential record transfer for Newcastle forward Alexander Isak and interest in other strikers like Hugo Ekitike and Manchester United's Marcus Rashford. Manager Arne Slot's priority is to find a new No.9, but acquiring a versatile winger like Rodrygo could provide tactical flexibility.

The transfer battle for Rodrygo highlights Liverpool's ambition to refresh and strengthen their frontline amid a busy summer transfer window, aiming to ensure competitive depth and quality in their attacking options for the upcoming seasons.

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