Paul Joyce: Liverpool aware of Denzel Dumfries situation

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Paul Joyce of the Times has revealed that Liverpool is keeping tabs on Denzel Dumfries after issues at right-back this season. Image Credits: Imago ImagesPaul Joyce of the Times has revealed that Liverpool are keeping tabs on Denzel Dumfries and his reported release clause being active this summer.Liverpool first registered their interest in the Inter Milan right-back towards the end of the January window, after Jeremie Frimpong picked up a hamstring injury in the Champions League win over Qarabag.At that point, Italian reports suggested the Reds made an enquiry to Inter, asking for clarity on Denzel Dumfries’ fitness and potential availability as they considered short‑term cover on the right side of defence.It has since been reported in Italy that Dumfries has a €25m release clause that becomes active in July.Now the Times journalist has confirmed the release clause and reported that the Reds are keeping an eye on the Dutch international amid concerns over the right-back position:“Slot pointed out recently that it is not the club’s model to buy older players, but they are also aware of the situation of Denzel Dumfries, who turned 30 last weekend, at Inter Milan,” Joyce wrote.“He has a €25million (about £21.7million) release clause in his contract this summer and Liverpool need to give serious thought to their options at right back.

Great faith has been placed in Conor Bradley. A replacement for Alexander-Arnold was not sought last summer, but Bradley’s subsequent injury problems created issues at full back that negatively affected the season, forcing the redeployment of numerous players there.”“A solution is required.

Dumfries was considered in January, but the priority then was signing centre back Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes. Whether Liverpool firms up an interest in the Netherlands international remains to be seen.” Denzel Dumfries Paul Joyce