Liverpool latest: World Cup breakout star prepares for move as double signing agreed
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The Reds finished fifth in the Premier League and failed to reach the semi-finals of any competition, leading to the exit of Arne Slot and the hiring of former Bournemouth manager Iraola in his stead.The Spaniard has already completed his opening acquisition by securing highly-rated Osasuna winger Victor Munoz in a £34million deal. He has also been joined by French centre-back Jeremy Jacquet, who officially finalised his switch to Merseyside on July 1 after Liverpool agreed a £55m arrangement with Rennes back in January.But substantial additional activity is anticipated, particularly following the exits of Andy Robertson, Ibrahima Konate and Mohamed Salah which have left considerable gaps in the squad.
This summer's tournament in North America has proved no exception, with Liverpool reportedly amongst the clubs tracking 17-year-old Mexican winger Gilberto Mora.FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FC FACEBOOK PAGE! According to De Telegraaf, the Club Tijuana starlet is set for a switch to the Premier League, with Liverpool, Manchester City, Arsenal and Chelsea all showing interest.Though the Reds may need to exercise patience, with visa requirements preventing Mora from relocating to England until he reaches 18 in October."In six months, during the winter transfer window, Gilberto Mora is going to take off [...] he's going to be a Premier League," TNT Sports' Mexico journalist Rodrigo Lara told AS Mexico.
The information I have is that Gilberto Mora will play in the Premier League."Bournemouth agree double dealFor years, Liverpool made a habit of plundering Southampton for their finest talent. The roster of those making the journey from Dorset to Merseyside has now grown even longer after the club confirmed that Cherries coaches Tommy Elphick and Shaun Cooper will become part of Iraola's backroom staff at Anfield.The duo, who both played for Bournemouth before transitioning into coaching roles, will join the first-team backroom staff following discussions with their former club.