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Liverpool’s pursuit of fresh attacking talent has taken a twist, with reports suggesting the Reds could move for Malick Fofana at a reduced fee.
The 20-year-old enjoyed an impressive campaign last season, scoring 11 goals and providing six assists in 41 appearances under Paulo Fonseca.
Lyon still faces the need to raise close to $46 million in player sales—an amount equivalent to the value of the Belgian winger, a player Paulo Fonseca is understandably keen to keep.
Fofana’s influence was clear on the opening day of Ligue 1, where his presence proved a constant threat to Lens.
Liverpool could swoop for Malick Fofana
If Lyon become desperate to sell the player in a bid to reduce its financial issues, the club may be willing to listen to reasonable offers from various clubs
Everton’s $42.6 million bid for Fofana was rejected by Lyon earlier in the window, but as it draws to a close the Reds could swoop for the player with a slightly higher offer.
Last season, Fofana ranked in the 97th percentile among Ligue 1 wingers and attacking midfielders for progressive carries, averaging 6.34 per 90 minutes
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