Liverpool You have now identified a midfielder who ticks all the boxes Arnie slotAccording to a report.
Keen slot for the midfielder
The Reds were without Real Sociedad's Martin Zobimendi in the summer, with the midfielder opting to stay with his boyhood club, but that has not deterred them in their title quest. Premier League address.
With Arsenal surrendering a two-goal lead to draw with Aston Villa on Saturday evening, Slot's side are now six points clear at the top of the table, having also played one game less than Arsenal.
Ryan Gravenberch may have exceeded expectations by stepping up to the plate and becoming a key player this season, but Slot is still interested in bringing in another defensive midfielder.
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One of the players now moving up the shortlist is Angelo Stiller Stuttgart playerwith the same report also mentioning the likes of Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich and Wolverhampton Wanderers' Joao Gomez as potential targets.
According to a report from Football Insider, Liverpool now look to Gomez as the ideal signing To strengthen their midfield, as his playing style fit the exact profile they were looking for.
Any deal would likely have to wait until the end of the season, with Wolves viewing the central midfielder as a key player in their battle against relegation from the Premier League.
However, the Old Gold's financial issues mean the door could be open for a deal at the end of the season, as they may have to make a sale to comply with financial rules.
Manchester United are also interested in signing £30,000 per week Brazilian clubs and other unnamed clubs are said to be queuing up for his signature, so the Reds may have to face a lot of competition from elsewhere.
Gomez excels defensively for Wolves
Slott is keen to add another defensive midfielder to his squad, and the Wolves star excels in his duties in defence, where he ranks high on the list of the best players in the world. Percentage 99 for interventions completed per 90 over the past year compared to center peers, according to FBref.
Independent scout Ben Mattinson has given an overview of the type of player the Brazil international is, and seems to suggest he is a good midfielder, hailing him as a 'box breaker'.
The 23-year-old now has plenty of experience in the Premier League 65 He is featuring in the Premier League for Wolves, and is at a good age to develop further at Anfield.
If Wolves are forced to cash in on Gomez this summer, Liverpool must ensure they are at the front of the queue.
