Liverpool transfer news as two Marc Guehi 'alternatives' emerge and $81M Real Madrid ace linked

Liverpool Transfer News: Bastoni and Camavinga Emerge as Key Targets Amid Guehi Pivot

Liverpool FC have shifted focus from Marc Guehi after confirming no January 2026 pursuit, instead identifying two elite centre-back alternatives: Inter Milan's Alessandro Bastoni and Borussia Dortmund's Nico Schlotterbeck, with sources indicating Bastoni is open to a move abroad.[1][2]

Bastoni, 26, is thriving at Inter but reportedly eyeing a new challenge in 2026. Transfer expert Graeme Bailey noted last month: “Alessandro is happy at Inter, and in Italy, but at 26, there is the belief he might look to try his hand abroad. He is at the top of his game, and not many in the world currently compare to him.”[1][2][5] Liverpool view him as the ideal successor to Virgil van Dijk, praising his strength, speed, ball-playing ability, and aerial dominance to command the defensive line.[2][6]

Competition looms large for Bastoni, with Manchester City, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and PSG previously linked. Chelsea are also 'actively pursuing' a centre-back, potentially eyeing Dortmund's Schlotterbeck, available for £40m (€46m, $53.4m).[1] Meanwhile, City are close to sealing Guehi's transfer from Crystal Palace after personal terms were agreed.[2]

In midfield, Liverpool are preparing a bid for Real Madrid's Eduardo Camavinga, valued at €80m (£69.4m, $92.9m) or €70m in some reports. Manager Álvaro Arbeloa sees no future for the 21-year-old at the Bernabéu, fueling a potential summer switch.[3][4][5] FSG aims to bolster Arne Slot's squad with these high-profile additions amid Van Dijk's declining peak.[2][6]

These moves signal Liverpool's proactive summer planning, targeting world-class reinforcements despite rival interest. Bastoni's openness positions him as a dream Guehi alternative.[1][7]

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