Report: Liverpool departure still possible for ‘reliable’ star with discussions underway
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A recent report reveals that a reliable Liverpool star is in discussions about a potential departure from the club before the transfer window closes. The player's club chairman is reportedly eager to sell him during this period, and there are indications that the player has agreed to personal terms for an exit from Liverpool. While the report does not name the player explicitly, the context suggests it could involve a figure who has struggled for playing time or fallen out of favor within the current squad dynamics.
Simultaneously, Liverpool is actively seeking to strengthen their squad this summer. They remain in talks to sign defender Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace, hoping to bolster their defensive options ahead of the season’s challenges. Guehi, an England international, has just 12 months left on his contract, which Liverpool aim to leverage to agree on a transfer fee below Palace’s £35 million valuation. The club is eager to add defensive depth following vulnerabilities shown in recent matches against Palace and Bournemouth.
On the attacking front, Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has publicly called for reinforcements after the departures of forwards Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez. The club has signed striker Hugo Ekitike, who showed promise in early appearances, but van Dijk believes further additions are needed to strengthen the attacking lineup. Additionally, Liverpool is in pursuit of Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak, with transfer talks ongoing amid some contractual complexities.
Meanwhile, speculation around Liverpool forward Federico Chiesa indicates that Bayern Munich is not currently interested in signing him. Chiesa himself wishes to stay at Anfield, with his contract running until 2028, following a period of adjustment due to missing pre-season preparation.
Overall, Liverpool’s transfer activity reflects a strategic effort to reshape and reinforce key positions in their squad, balancing departures and arrivals as the summer window nears its close.
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