Liverpool news: Arne Slot urged to make swap deal happen as Virgil van Dijk addresses rumours
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SportFootballLiverpool FCThe latest Liverpool news sees Arne Slot being told to complete a swap deal this summer at any costLiverpool have the opportunity to wind down their stuttering season on a high note in their last four games of the season. The Reds' status as reigning Premier League champions will end in less than a month with likely either Arsenal or Manchester City succeeding them as title holders.After rising to fourth in the table following their 3-1 win over Crystal Palace last weekend, a win against Manchester United on Sunday with a two-goal margin will see them leapfrog their bitter rivals into third.While a top-three finish certainly won't erase the disappointment of what could have been in Arne Slot's second season, it could provide a positive leap into next season.
Mirror Football takes a look into a swap deal the Dutchman has been urged to trigger as well as Virgil van Dijk opening up on transfer rumours surrounding his side.Slot told to do swap dealAmong the issues that have plagued Liverpool's progress this season, the lack of firepower from their forward line could very well be at the top. While the club could spend again on their attack this summer, former Reds midfielder Jermaine Pennant has urged Arne Slot to sign Michael Olise to replace Mohamed Salah, who will leave the club at the end of the season.The Bayern Munich star has enjoyed a stellar second season in Germany with 20 goals and 29 assists in 47 appearances.
Any amount plus Gakpo."Cody Gakpo has come under fire for his disappointing performances by Liverpool fans, having scored just eight goals and contributed six assists in 48 appearances in all competitions.Van Dijk addresses rumoursWith Salah and Andy Robertson on their way out of Liverpool, the future of Curtis Jones remains up for debate. With just 14 league starts to his name this season, there has been rumblings that the England ace has grown frustrated with his role under Slot.When Van Dijk was asked whether he wants to see the academy graduate stay at Anfield, the captain answered: "Of course.