Liverpool's dream start to transfer window as £80m deal done and Barcelona target arrives

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The summer tournament will disrupt many high-profile deals but the Reds can initially prioritise recruiting quality players who have missed out on a World Cup spot.Arne Slot’s side arguably suffered from not getting their transfer business done soon enough this season. Here is a look at how Liverpool’s dream start to the transfer window could unfold.Eli Kroupi snapped upBournemouth starlet Eli Junior Kroupi has enjoyed a breakout season in the Premier League.

Bournemouth have recently sold several of their players for huge fees, leading to speculation that the Cherries could demand up to £80million for the young striker.READ MORE: Alisson's stance on Liverpool exit as Juventus make transfer swap deal proposalREAD MORE: Steven Gerrard 'offered' second job by club currently managed by ex-Liverpool bossFrance U21 international Kroupi is yet to be called up to the senior side and is unlikely to be included in his country’s World Cup squad, given the other quality players manager Didier Deschamps has at his disposal. It has since been claimed that Liverpool are set to lose out to Barcelona in the race for Bastoni’s signature.However, the Reds could make a statement by snapping up the defender as Slot prepares to revamp his defensive options.

The Georgia captain will not be at this summer’s World Cup but has proven himself to be one of the game’s best wingers.The 25-year-old has been linked with Liverpool in the past. The former Napoli star only joined PSG in January 2025 but has already been the subject of speculation over his future.Mohamed Salah’s impending departure and the club’s sale of Luis Diaz last summer mean the Reds will likely be in the market for wingers this summer.