Liverpool is expected to make a midfield overhaul next summer, with reports claiming that their £103 million star target will be the first signing.
The Reds have been linked with a move for a midfielder all summer, with those rumors intensifying once injuries were suffered by Thiago, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and Curtis Jones.
Reports have linked Liverpool with a move this summer, but manager Jurgen Klopp has been quick to respond – typically by explaining there isn’t the right option available at the current time.
One report has stated that next summer we will see a midfield overhaul at the club, given the state of the aging and fringe players and the club has earmarked long-term target, Jude Bellingham, as the marquee signing.
The most recent news is about Jude Bellingham and Liverpool’s transfer business.
According to Simon Jones of the Daily Mail Sport, Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham is expected to join Liverpool next summer. We reported weeks ago that ‘progress’ had been made toward a deal, so talks may have already begun.
The midfielder will remain in Germany for another season and is expected to be involved in a transfer saga with top European clubs next summer as they all compete for his signature.
According to Ian Doyle of the Liverpool Echo, “we know the Reds are going to sign some midfielders next summer as part of an overhaul.”
The signing of Matheus Nunes, who recently joined Wolves, could also be an option, according to some reports, despite the fact that he has only recently joined the Premier League.
Midfield overhaul correct decision?
The Reds have issues to contend with in their midfield. For example, Naby Keita is in the final year of his deal and could move for free next summer if Liverpool doesn’t agree on a new deal.
Furthermore, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is considered a fringe player and could easily move on next summer. Curtis Jones hasn’t impressed the same way other younger players have and the signing of Fabio Carvalho suggests he too will struggle for game time.
James Milner is still a great player to have around the squad, but his quality is diminishing year on year and at 36, there may be a discussion to have next summer. Klopp will surely want to bring in at least two midfielders next summer with plenty of movement expected both in and out of Anfield.
A midfield overhaul will help the Reds to feel more settled in the middle of the pitch and re-invigorating the engine room can only propel them to new heights.
