The Liverpool Football Club has been home to countless offensive talent over the years, helping many managers claim different levels of success at Anfield.
Roberto Firmino, after joining from Hoffenheim in 2015, has undoubtedly fallen as one of the most underrated strikers in Premier League history, thriving beyond all imaginations in Merseyside.
The Brazilian forward scored a total of 111 goals in 362 appearances for the club, helping him win the Premier League in 2020 under former boss Jurgen Klopp.
However, current manager Arne Slot has no central presence when current manager Arne Slot is likely to move into the summer.
Such a transaction would leave a big hole at the top of the pitch. This will require Dutchman to immerse himself in the transfer market and strengthen his forward line during the transfer window.
The latest on Liverpool hunting for new Liverpool strikers this summer
Given the achievements Liverpool claimed in 2024/25, it’s no surprise to see countless players linking to the Switch to join the club to support their ambitions to replicate success next season.
Jonathan David, Victor Gyoker and Victor Osimhen have all been linked to the Reds’ moves over the past few weeks.
However, another name was thrown into the mix in the form of Brighton and Hove Albion’s Talisman Joa Pedro. That’s what if Ben Jacobs’ latest update could be believed.
He says the hierarchy is monitoring the 23-year-old star. The 23-year-old star scored 10 goals for Fabian Hazeler’s attire in all competitions in the campaign.
Jacobs also confirmed that the Brazilian star is constantly impressed behind the scenes, and that it could lead to a pre-prepared movement before the windows ahead.
Why Liverpool’s latest target is slot-specific Firmino
Given that Liverpool is looking for a new striker, Pedro is not the only name to link with the switch to Merseyside.
The 22-year-old is an all-around threat in the Bundesliga this year, combining 33 targets to help the German side play in 46 appearances.
Such forms have put several clubs in red alerts, including the Reds, and Manchester United and Arsenal have previously competed to land his signature.
However, Ekitique could cost a small amount over the summer, and Frankfurt demanded fees in the £80 million region to say goodbye to French International.
Compared to Pedro’s statistics throughout 2024/25, Brighton Gem was able to match or improve him in many key areas, given the Brazilian connections, not only could it be the Farmino of the slots, but also a similar style of play.
Labeled “sensational” by talent scout Antonio Mango, Segal Star may have registered fewer goals and assists, but given the clinical edge in the attacking area, he has a higher shot rate at the target, allowing him to follow his siblings.
He also completed more passes in the final third, but earned more airborne duels – passing a great option like the Fimino, given Pedro’s ability to fall into Pedro’s pocket while offering a threat with an 18-yard box.
So far, how can Pedro compare to Ekitike in 2024/25? | ||
|---|---|---|
Statistics (per 90) | Pedro | impartial |
The game has been played | 27 | 31 |
Goals and Assistance | 16 | twenty two |
Progressive Pass | 3.6 | 1.9 |
Shot-on-target accuracy | 38% | 37% |
Move to the last third | 1.9 | 0.8 |
The air won | 48% | 47% |
The foul won | 2.1 | 0.5 |
Statistics via FBREF | ||
Pedro also completed more via balls per 90, allowing Mohamed Sarah and Luis Diaz to further improve their tally.
Both options are great signatures for the Reds this summer, but it’s clear that the Brighton Star will be better among the two names.
It’s unclear how much tier a deal will set, but it’s worth every penny who has all the tools to emulate Faimino’s success at Margino and take it to new heights.
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