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BBC News
11 hours ago
- Business
- BBC News
Who could leave in summer of change?
Arne Slot could be tempted to refresh his attack and both Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez have been linked with moves joined Liverpool in 2022 but enjoyed his best goalscoring form under Slot, with 17 in all competitions, including 13 in the Premier potential summer moves to either Barcelona or Saudi Arabia have been touted, and speculation over his future has only increased after Diaz and his girlfriend both wrote lengthy posts on social media to Liverpool fans that could be interpreted as farewell Nunez has struggled to start regularly under Slot, who has also made public criticisms of his has had three full seasons at Liverpool after joining for up to £85m from Benfica - and while his effort is praised by Liverpool fans, he has struggled to score consistently."It's time for a freshen up in attack," said former Reds midfielder Danny Murphy."Darwin has had a lot of chances. If you just simplify it to what we've seen in terms of his contribution and minutes played, Slot obviously doesn't fancy him."Slot has played a winger, Luis Diaz, ahead of him as a striker at times. That tells you everything you need to know."I would be amazed if Darwin stayed. I think the writing is on the wall for him."Another player whose future is uncertain is Harvey midfielder made 18 Premier League appearances for the Reds last season but started just two games and recently suggested his future is uncertain by saying: "You never know what's going to happen."Goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher has already left Liverpool to join Brentford, and a busy summer of incomings and outgoings is set to continue for a while longer MORE: How Liverpool have changed tack in the transfer market
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Liverpool star will NOT be part of potential Florian Wirtz deal as Reds prepare record bid with negotiations with Bayer Leverkusen ongoing
A Liverpool star will not be part of any potential deal for Florian Wirtz as the Reds prepare a record bid for the midfielder. Liverpool remain in negotiations with Bayer Leverkusen over a deal for Wirtz. Bayer want £120million and Liverpool are at £109m but Wirtz has made it clear he wants the move. The Germany star has been convinced by Arne Slot 's clear plan of where he will play in Liverpool's set-up as a No 10. Should the Reds accede to Bayer's demands, Wirtz would become the most expensive signing in British football, overtaking the £115m Chelsea paid Brighton for Moises Caicedo. Some reports had suggested that a Reds star would be part of the deal, but that won't be happening, with a cash-only deal on the table. That player is Harvey Elliott, who has suggested his future could lay away from Anfield. If that is to happen, however, the destination won't be Leverkusen. Richard Hughes, Liverpool's Sporting Director, has proposed a package to his Leverkusen counterpart Simon Rolfes with easily attainable performance-related bonuses, such as Champions League qualification but the clubs are yet to agree a final fee. Former Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag was appointed Leverkusen's new head coach last week after Xabi Alonso departed to take charge of Real Madrid. Ten Hag has been out of work since being sacked by United in October but has wasted little time in looking to the Premier League to reshape his new squad. It's widely been accepted that Wirtz won't be part of that squad, but a deal with Liverpool is yet to be agreed after the player himself made it clear he wanted the Reds instead of Manchester City or Bayern Munich. 'I think it's been a lot more difficult for me because I obviously had that injury at the start,' Elliott told Liverpool Echo in April. 'But at the same time, you need to be here for the team, work as hard as you can and when the opportunities come on the pitch. 'A lot of times this season it's almost been [coming on] when we've been losing or drawing, so it is about trying to change the game, try and turn it around and have a positive impact. But, you know, any minutes for Liverpool are amazing.' 'I hope that I can push on. This is my team, I am committed to them and it's just a situation that is always going to have a lot of talk, I just need to think about what is best for my future, my career and as much as I want it to be here.' If Elliott is to leave, though, it will be in a separate deal to the one involving Wirtz. Arne Slot has also spoken to Rayan Cherki but the midfielder was viewed as a back-up option to Wirtz. Liverpool are also aware of interest from Al Nassr for winger Luis Diaz but have yet to receive an official approach. Wirtz, meanwhile, has taken to social media to hit out at the German press after one reporter suggested the forward would be looking to take Alexis Mac Allister's No 10 shirt should the move go through. 'Who says I want the 10,' Wirtz posted to his 3.3million Instagram followers. 'I respect players.' He added: 'Don't believe everything what's written,' accompanied by a clown emoji.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Club turned down opportunity to sign £50m Liverpool star
Liverpool Refuse to Sacrifice Star as Wirtz Pursuit Intensifies The message coming out of Anfield is clear: Liverpool want Florian Wirtz. Badly. But not at the cost of Harvey Elliott. According to Sky Sports Germany, the Merseyside club's pursuit of the Bayer Leverkusen star has entered an aggressive new phase. A second bid worth up to £112 million has been submitted, combining a £100 million base with add-ons. Yet, in a window already promising upheaval under Arne Slot, the Reds have drawn the line when it comes to sacrificing one of their brightest homegrown assets. Wirtz viewed as missing piece Florian Wirtz has become the poster boy for modern German talent—vision, technique, and a Champions League-ready mentality all wrapped in one. Six goals and nine games in Europe's top competition last season, five Man of the Match awards, and 31 goal contributions across all competitions paint the picture of a player ready for the Premier League spotlight. Photo: IMAGO Liverpool's motivation is no mystery. The club has long searched for a natural creative spark since Philippe Coutinho departed and Wirtz, at just 22, could be the long-term solution to the question: who carries the creative burden beyond Alexander-Arnold? Elliott off the table, Quansah under discussion Harvey Elliott, once linked as a potential makeweight in the Wirtz deal, is now categorically out of the equation. As Sky Sports Germany confirm, Bayer Leverkusen 'no longer consider Elliott an option.' It's a stance that speaks volumes about how highly Liverpool value the 22-year-old, who made 53 appearances last season and delivered quietly influential performances. Photo: IMAGO Quansah, however, remains under consideration. The defender, who broke into Liverpool's first team in 2023 and was named in England's provisional Euro 2024 squad, may still be part of the package. His minutes dropped last season, mostly coming off the bench, and his inclusion could be a pragmatic decision rather than a purely emotional one. Photo: IMAGO Deal far from done Despite Liverpool's aggressive financial approach, Leverkusen have rejected the latest offer. The Germans are holding firm, and with no urgency to sell, they are making sure any departure matches their valuation, not just in money, but in value. Advertisement And so the tug-of-war continues. Liverpool are in for a player they believe can shape the post-Klopp era, but they're not going to dismantle their youthful core to do it. Our View – Anfield Index Analysis For the Liverpool faithful, the Wirtz pursuit ticks every box. Young, elite, proven in Europe and playing like someone who grew up with Gerd Müller posters on his wall. Wirtz has the kind of vision and guile that this team has lacked when Trent is played deeper or wider. But there's relief, too, in hearing Harvey Elliott won't be part of any deal. The lad has shown up when it matters—whether it was a late goal in Europe or an assist in a cup final. He's not been a regular starter, sure, but those moments matter. He matters. Advertisement Quansah's inclusion is harder to accept. He's not Virgil van Dijk, but few 21-year-old centre-backs can claim such calm under pressure. If there's a price to pay for Wirtz, many would rather see a financial one, not a loss of potential from within. Liverpool are finally acting like a big club again—aggressive, ambitious. Let's just hope they don't forget that sometimes the gold is already in your backyard.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Proposed deal for Liverpool star is OFF
Liverpool looked likely to lose one of their first-team stars. The proposed deal for the player is now off, however. Liverpool aren't sure what to do with Harvey Elliott. The playmaker has always struggled for game time with the Reds, though very rarely because he's not good enough. Advertisement Injuries haven't helped, nor has the team's overall form. Then there's simply the wide number of players who play in his position. It's all led to this summer, where Elliott looks likely to move on from Liverpool. Arne Slot started him just twice in the Premier League this season and his total minutes combine for the equivalent of about four matches. Those aren't the numbers of a player with a bright future at the club. As sorry as that is. There's also another incoming problem: Florian Wirtz. The German plays a very similar position to Elliott and will further reduce the Englishman's game time. Harvey Elliott deal off The most routine deal for Elliott appeared to be Bayer Leverkusen. There had been discussions about including a deal for him in the Wirtz talks, or at least negotiating a parallel deal. Advertisement Sky Germany says the discussions around Elliot have now stopped, though. He won't be heading to Leverkusen this summer. It doesn't rule out a move elsewhere, however, and we imagine there's plenty of Premier League interest. It all depends on the fee Liverpool would want. And that's an interesting one. There is absolutely no question that Elliott is a fantastic player - there's genuine magic in him. But at the same time, Liverpool literally won't have squad space for him next season. He almost certainly has to depart, even if it's just on loan. The fact buying clubs know Liverpool's position makes it difficult to request £40m or £50m. Those are probably the rough figures Elliott is worth, though. In truth, he's probably worth far more - but without the minutes to prove that, Liverpool won't get his full value.
North Wales Chronicle
2 days ago
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
Liverpool's latest bid for Florian Wirtz rejected by Bayer Leverkusen
A firm offer was made on Friday but the Bundesliga side are holding out for a fee closer to £125m and talks are continuing. Reports in Germany have suggested Leverkusen would be interested in signing a Liverpool player – midfielder Harvey Elliott and defender Jarell Quansah have both been mentioned – to offset the difference in valuation. However, the PA news agency understands the Premier League champions have not held any discussions about any makeweights to help the deal over the line. Second-choice goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher is expected to complete a move to Brentford in a deal worth up to £18million. The 26-year-old Republic of Ireland international is in the final year of his contract and wants regular first-team football.
