Liverpool transfers: Fans put forward third option in Kees Smit vs Ayyoub Bouaddi debate

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Liverpool supporters believe the Reds should be in the market for both Kees Smit and Ayyoub Bouaddi this summer, rather than picking one or the other.After seeing him star at the World Cup with Morocco, Liverpool have reportedly met Bouaddi over a summer transfer, while Smit has been linked as well.Both would represent exciting young additions as the Reds aim to shore up their midfield, but when Rousing The Kop asked which player supporters would prefer to see join Liverpool, the overriding feeling was that the Reds should simply go out and buy them both. Which former Liverpool player do you want to see on Andoni Iraola’s coaching staff?

Both are free and available… Photo Credit: Getty Images/Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC Liverpool fans want both Bouaddi and SmitSmit and Bouaddi are two different players, with the Dutchman a box-to-box, all-round midfielder, while his Moroccan counterpart is a more natural sitter.This point was made by fans on RTK‘s Facebook page, with one claiming: “Both as they play different positions.”Their differing skill sets mean the two would potentially work well in a partnership together, and supporters clearly feel that to be the case.READ MORE: Who are Liverpool’s likely summer signings as Reds fans told they could buy five morePhoto by Daniela Porcelli/Getty Images“Get both for a combined fee of £120m,” one fan commented on RTK‘s X account. Build something for the future as well as present,” said another.“Both to strengthen squad,” was one more comment, with someone else adding that: “The two [together] is okay.”Bouaddi garners more support from Liverpool fansThough many are behind the idea of Liverpool signing both Smit and Bouaddi, when pushed, most fans appeared to lend their support to the Moroccan.“Bouaddi very composed and calm player he will fit well in Liverpool,” said one fan.

You can only pick ONE player for Liverpool to sign this summer, who is it? Who should Richard Hughes be targeting above all… Photo Credit: Getty Images/Robin Jones “If I were to get one it will be Bouaddi,” added another.“Bouaddi of course!” someone else declared, with others claiming that their reservations over Smit made the 18-year-old the better choice.“Rather avoid new Dutch players,” said one supporter, with another predicting: “Smit will be bullied in the Prem.”Liverpool clearly face competition for both of these talented young players, and there remains a good chance that neither end up signing for the Reds.Sadly for supporters, their wish of seeing both join Andoni Iraola’s squad does seem fairly remote, but after the way Liverpool have moved in recent transfer windows, you can never say never.