Liverpool's dream transfer window sees $108M target arrive and Barcelona battle

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Liverpool transfer targets, including teenager Eli Junior Kroupi, could benefit from Arne Slot's reported strategy of pursuing World Cup non-participants this summerLiverpool faces an important summer transfer window(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool is facing several crucial transfer decisions at the end of the current campaign and could turn the upcoming World Cup to its advantage.The tournament will disrupt many high-profile deals, but the Reds can initially focus on securing quality players who have not made their World Cup squads. Here is a look at how Liverpool's ideal start to the transfer window could play out.Eli Kroupi snapped upBournemouth youngster Eli Junior Kroupi has enjoyed a breakthrough season in the Premier League.

It has since been suggested that Liverpool looks set to miss out on Barcelona in the race for Bastoni's signature.Nevertheless, the Reds could deliver a statement of intent by securing the defender as Slot looks to reshape his defensive options. The Georgia captain will be absent from this summer's World Cup but has established himself as one of football's finest wingers.The 25-year-old has previously been linked with Liverpool.

The ex-Napoli star only joined PSG in January 2025, but he has already become the focus of speculation about his future.Mohamed Salah's looming exit and the club's sale of Luis Diaz last summer suggest the Reds will probably be seeking wingers this summer. Acquiring a marquee player of Kvaratskhelia's caliber would reaffirm Liverpool's status as a title challenger.