Liverpool are at present within the race to signal a ‘phenomenal’ defender, however Ibrahima Konate’s future at Anfield stays up within the air.
Reds eager on new centre-back amid Konate uncertainty
Virgil van Dijk has made it clear that he desires his centre-back associate to stay at Anfield past the tip of the season, saying: “In fact I need him (Konate) to remain. He is a crucial individual on the pitch, everybody thinks so, however off the pitch as effectively, he is likely one of the leaders.”
“He is excellent, a world-class centre-back in my eyes. There’s solely a lot I can do, nevertheless it’s within the palms of the membership, his agent and himself, so we’ll see what comes of it. However apart from that I’ve no affect.”
Nevertheless, the Frenchman’s future stays doubtful provided that his present contract is because of expire this summer season and he has but to signal a brand new contract because the Reds search the marketplace for a possible substitute.
The Merseysiders are at present main the race to signal the RC Lens defender, with Samson Baidou named as a goal earlier this week, however he isn’t the one centre-back they’re eyeing.
In response to a report from Gazzetta dello Sport (through Sport Witness), Liverpool are becoming a member of Manchester United within the race to signal Juventus defender Pierre Carles, whereas Aston Villa are additionally eyeing a centre-back.
Provided that enjoying for England’s two largest golf equipment is at all times a horny proposition, the information that Arn Slott’s facet and the Pink Devils are involved in Karl could possibly be a blow to Villa’s probabilities of profitable the title.
If an appropriate supply is made, Juventus could also be trying to signal the 25-year-old this summer season and he could possibly be a strong addition to the slot…
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Kalulu could possibly be a ‘phenomenal’ substitute for Konate
Hailed as “phenomenal” by scout Jacek Kulig, the previous France worldwide, who’s represented by the identical agent as Konate, has been a key participant for Juventus in Serie A this season, scoring two targets and offering 4 assists in 26 video games and persevering with to point out his capability.
The Juventus star has created 9 large possibilities, the second most of any workforce in Serie A, and can also be strong defensively, rating fourth with a median of 1.7 tackles per 90.
Kulig is just not alone in praising Karl, with journalist Matteo Bonetti additionally praising his efficiency in final month’s 2-2 draw with Lazio.
Liverpool’s first precedence might be to retain Konate, provided that the 26-year-old has already confirmed himself over time within the Premier League, however his compatriot could possibly be a superb substitute.
