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Liverpool latest: Mo Salah replacement option suggested as Nico Williams links resurface

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Liverpool's summer transfer plans are starting to take shape, with a replacement for Mohamed Salah looking likely to be on the agendaIt's been a season that continues to be characterised by ups and downs for Liverpool. Below, ECHO rounds up the latest Liverpool-related headlines.FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FC FACEBOOK PAGE!



All the latest news and analysis from Anfield on the Liverpool Echo's dedicated LFC Facebook pageNico Williams' release clauseReports claim Liverpool are willing to splash out heavily to secure Athletic Club winger Nico Williams. Although the Spaniard would not directly mirror Salah - who typically plays on the right while Williams favours the left - signing him could help reduce the loss of goals and star quality if the Egyptian leaves this summer.Salah's Liverpool contract doesn't expire until 2027, but given his disappointing recent form, and his mid-season falling out with manager Arne Slot, an end-of-season departure is far from out of the question, particularly with Saudi Pro League clubs lurking.Salah replacement from rivals namedFormer Liverpool defender Glen Johnson has suggested Tottenham winger Dejan Kulusevski might serve as an ideal successor to Salah.

The Sweden international, 25, has not played yet this season after sustaining a serious knee injury last May, though he produced 10 goals and 11 assists across 50 matches for Spurs in the 2024/25 season.Johnson likened Kulusevski's ability to "glide" beyond defenders to Salah's style and argued Liverpool might even be able to sign him at a lower price this summer, with Tottenham currently sitting close to the relegation zone."Dejan Kulusevski a replacement for Mohamed Salah? So he's definitely got ability.