Liverpool transfer news: £52m 'concrete step', Barcola stance, Salah latest, Gordon update

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That is despite him fitting their profile for a 'versatile' attacker who could fill in across the front line.(Image: Mark Cosgrove/News Images/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Today20:26 BSTAlonso dream jobSky Sports reporter Kaveh Solhekol says that Liverpool is Xabi Alonso's "dream job" - but a move to Chelsea is still an attractive prospect for the former Reds midfielder.Alonso is understandably attracting interest from a number of clubs after leaving Real Madrid in his debut season in charge of the Spanish giants, with that exit doing little to dampen his standing in Europe.Arne Slot's position has been a big topic for debate after an underhwelming defence of Liverpool's Premier League crown, but his continued place in the dugout means Alonso may have to wait to take charge at Anfield."Alonso's dream job would be managing Liverpool, but as things stand there is no vacancy at Anfield."He wants to manage in the Premier League and - despite what you have heard or read - he would take the Chelsea job in the right circumstances."Liverpool fans are becoming increasingly frustrated with Arne Slot after a difficult and underwhelming season."Slot still retains the backing of Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group against the backdrop of the possibility of Alonso being ready for a return to management."Some Liverpool supporters want Xabi Alonso to replace Arne Slot at Anfield(Image: Ryan Crockett/DeFodi Images)Today19:44 BSTVAR explanationHoward Webb has been speaking about the VAR decision which saw Benjamin Sesko's goal for Man United against Liverpool allowed to stand."I think the clip kind of speaks for itself, doesn't it, really? But as an outsider looking at Liverpool and seeing Díaz perform at Bayern Munich, that’s difficult for me to understand."Read more here.Some Liverpool supporters want Xabi Alonso to replace Arne Slot at Anfield(Image: Ryan Crockett/DeFodi Images)Today15:20 BSTJoe Gomez makes Liverpool future admission after Reds transfer agreementJoe Gomez admits he faces an uncertain Liverpool future, saying "anything can happen" when the transfer window opens this summer.The long-serving defender will clock up 11 years of service later this year but could be subject of interest from other clubs having been the topic of conversation between Liverpool and AC Milan last summer and Newcastle United in 2024.Gomez says he is unsure as to what the future holds for him, saying: "I think anything can happen.

All I can do is be thankful and we’ll see."Today12:25 BSTJoe Gomez uncertain of Liverpool futureJoe Gomez admits he faces an uncertain Liverpool future, saying "anything can happen" when the transfer window opens this summer.The long-serving defender will clock up 11 years of service later this year but could be subject of interest from other clubs having been the topic of conversation between Liverpool and AC Milan last summer and Newcastle United in 2024.Gomez was close to leaving the Reds on transfer deadline day last year but stayed at the club after a deal for Marc Guehi, then of Crystal Palace, broke down at the 11th hour when the Eagles were unable to source a replacement for the England centre-back.The versatile 28-year-old has made just six Premier League starts this term and will enter the final 12 months of his Liverpool contract this summer, when the Reds will formalise the arrival of French defender Jeremy Jacquet which was agreed in February.Read more here.Joe Gomez admitted he is not sure what the future holds for him and whether he will leave Liverpool this summerToday12:04 BSTAlisson fitness hintBrazil have dropped a fitness hint over Alisson Becker by naming the Liverpool goalkeeper in their provisional squad for the World Cup.Alisson has been confirmed as one of 55 players included in the initial roster by Selecao boss Carlo Ancelotti for next month's finals in North America.The 33-year-old has missed the last nine Reds games with a latest hamstring problem having been sidelined for significant spells during the last three seasons with similar issues.Full storyLiverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker(Image: Michael Regan/Getty Images)Today11:38 BSTBowen price tagJarrod Bowen has often been touted as a successor for Jarrod Bowen in recent seasons, but at 29 may not be the sort of profile that the Reds eye.Nevertheless, they have been linked with the attacker who could be available this summer for less than £60m, per the Daily Mail.Jarrod Bowen celebrates after scoring vs Brentford(Image: Charlotte Wilson/Offside/Offside via Getty Images)Today11:05 BSTBarcola updateParis Saint-Germain are reportedly set to offer Bradley Barcola a new contract in a bid to fend off Liverpool interest.It has been claimed the Frenchman is open to a move this summer, but PSG could find some success with Barcola said to be content at the Parc des Princes.Bradley Barcola during a PSG training session.(Image: Valery HACHE / AFP via Getty Images)Today10:53 BSTLutsharel Geertruida transfer latestIf Arne Slot would have had his way then Liverpool would have brought in Lutsharel Geertruida, his former Feyenoord captain, on loan on transfer deadline day in the winter window.The Dutch international, who joined Sunderland on loan from Leipzig last summer, was up for cutting short his stay on Wearside and moving to Anfield, but the deal proved too tricky to conclude with the Mackems unable to bring in a replacement so late in the window.Geertruida stayed put and has proven to be a useful squad member for Regis Le Bris' side as they have maintained their safe spot in the Premier League during a fairly low key second half of the season.Sunderland have an option to buy Geertruida permanently, but reports from Sky Sports in Germany claim they will not be triggering it and that Geertruida will return to Leipzig ahead of a 'likely' permanent summer move.Will Liverpool go back in for the versatile defender, who also played in midfield for the Mackems at times this season? But the Reds were certainly keen on him just a few months ago.Liverpool attempted to sign Geertruida late in the transfer window(Image: Getty Images)Today10:37 BSTAlisson latestJuventus require Alisson to push for a Liverpool exit to help aid a summer move.The Italian side are pushing the Brazilian's entourage to schedule talks with Liverpool so that the 33-year-old can express his desire to depart, per Sport Witness.It is said Alisson will not force a move but expects his relationship with the hierarchy to facilitate one.Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker(Image: Michael Regan/Getty Images)Today09:59 BSTCarragher's verdict on AlonsoJamie Carragher has warned Liverpool that they may rue missing out on appointing Xabi Alonso if he moves to Chelsea."It might be, yes.

I always felt Xabi would manage Liverpool at some stage."Now, I think once you manage one of Liverpool's rivals, as Chelsea are, I think it makes it a little bit more difficult. I don't see how you go from Chelsea to Liverpool, maybe a bit down the road, but I think it makes it more difficult."But he has to do what's best for him right now, and I think there will be Liverpool supporters right now looking at that situation thinking, 'That's the one we want.'"Today09:25 BSTLiverpool planXabi Alonso is not under consideration by Liverpool, with the club intending to go into next term with Arne Slot, according to the Athletic.Liverpool plan to recruit a number of players for the Dutchman with particular emphasis on a winger it is claimed.There has been talk over Arne Slot's future at Liverpool following the disappointing 1-1 draw with Chelsea.(Image: Gareth Copley/Getty Images)Today08:52 BSTKonate sticking pointLiverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has yet to see a new deal announced with just weeks before his contract ends.