Liverpool $66m ‘target’ Xabi Alonso loves ‘recommended’ by rival as Barcelona eyes Everton ace 

Liverpool $66m ‘target’ Xabi Alonso loves ‘recommended’ by rival as Barcelona eyes Everton ace

Liverpool $66m ‘target’ Xabi Alonso loves ‘recommended’ by rival as Barcelona eyes Everton ace 

The summer transfer window at Liverpool will be managed by two important individuals who have not yet been appointed at Anfield. The replacement of Jürgen Klopp has not yet been determined, therefore the Reds are still searching for a new manager and sporting director.

After the January transfer window, Jörg Schmadtke’s short-term contract expired, hence he will also need to be replaced. Numerous candidates have been associated with both positions; however, Xabi Alonso, the manager of Bayer Leverkusen, appears to be the front-runner to assume the role of manager.

 

After adding four midfield players to the roster last summer, it is unclear which sections of the squad Liverpool’s new manager will target for reinforcement. Additionally, there are a ton of alternatives for attacking.

However, given the ongoing connections to rumored targets, Liverpool’s competitors will be closely monitoring developments. Premier League star Everton is being courted, and Arsenal may be about to make a bid for the prospective addition to Anfield. Here, Liverpool.com looks at what’s happening at Liverpool’s competitors by scanning the Premier League and the continent.

Mikel Arteta receives approval from Martín Zubimendi
Liverpool has been connected with reinforcements even after rebuilding their midfield last summer, and last week’s rumors suggested Martín Zubimendi of Real Sociedad would be on their radar. Football Transfers said that Liverpool was prepared to push Arsenal for the approximately $66 million (€60 million/£51 million) midfield player.

Zubimendi has praised the former Liverpool player as a role model and has previously collaborated with management candidate Xabi Alonso with Sociedad’s B squad (Guardian). He has been hailed by Alonso as a player that “all managers want” (Irish Mirror). Though still a major target for Arsenal, Kieran Tierney, the left-back for the Gunners who is now on loan with the La Liga team, has now endorsed him. Regarding his stay in Spain, Tierney told the Guardian that Zubimendi was among a number of “world class” teammates, adding, “It’s not that people don’t think they’re good; it’s just that if you’re only watching the Premier League every week, it’s hard to know.” They are elite in the globe.”

In fact, Arsenal had Zubimendi on their radar in January 2023.According to Liverpool.com, Zubimendi is earning praise for his play in Spain, so it wouldn’t be shocking if a major European team tried to recruit him this summer. After last summer’s renovation, it seems Liverpool has other areas to prioritize, but the new manager might want to bring in his own players. Zubimendi might be Alonso’s top pick if that is the case.

Barcelona wants to sign Amadou Onana.
This summer, Everton is expected to face competition for some of its most valuable assets, with Amadou Onana in particular high demand. After relocating to Goodison Park from Lille in 2022, the Belgian has drawn attention with a number of noteworthy performances.

Due to Everton’s financial problems and troubles at the bottom of the Premier League, he has previously been linked to Arsenal and Chelsea. Fichajes claims that Barcelona believes Onana would be the perfect addition to give its midfield some more muscle.

The 22-year-old cost Everton $42 million (£33 million/€38 million) to sign, but this summer, they should be looking to spend about $89 million (£70 million/€82 million). Nevertheless, Sean Dyche’s team will have to struggle to stay in the Premier League, and if they can’t avoid dropping to the Championship, they may have to sell for a much lower price.

According to Liverpool.com, Onana will be crucial to Everton’s success in the Premier League this year. However, following two infractions of FFP guidelines,Whether it stays up or not, the Toffees might not have much of an option except to cash in on him this summer. He will not lack offers because he possesses all the qualities needed to succeed at a top side.

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