Liverpool They are now keen to sign a “dominant” defender with Arnie slot Identifying the need for a new left-footed option at the back, according to the report.
Liverpool are keen to strengthen in multiple positions
Given that Trent Alexander-Arnold, Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk are set to leave at the end of the season as they stand, it is important that the Reds are proactive in the transfer market, and have identified a range of targets in a number of positions.
With Trent's move to Real Madrid continuing, Joshua Kimmich is on the shortlistBayern Munich was contacted to discuss the deal, while… Real Madrid player Brahim Diaz was selected As a potential replacement for Salah.
There are not many options at centre-back, although Ibrahima Konate has been plagued by injuries this season, but the coach is still interested in bringing more bodies into the defence.
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This is according to what was revealed by a report from Rousing The Kop Liverpool are huge fans of Nottingham Forest defender Murillowho has just put pen to paper on a new contract at the City Ground.
Although the centre-back has just signed a new deal, putting Forest in a strong negotiating position, they would be willing to agree to his departure if they received a £80m bid in the summer.
Real Madrid and Barcelona are also keen on the defender, who is likely to move to one of Europe's top clubs when he leaves Trique Tres, although Barcelona's financial problems leave the way open for Florentino Pérez to compete with Liverpool.
With Slott keen on a left-footed defender, Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite and Chelsea's Levi Colwell are also of interest, and club bosses still believe a deal for the former could be possible.
Murillo is impressive at the City Ground
Forest have defied all odds to push towards the Champions League places this season, and the Brazilian has played a key role in their successful campaign, earning an average WhoScored rating for the match. 7.07 in Premier Leagueamong the highest in the team.
The 22-year-old also impressed in his first season in the Premier League last year, receiving high praise for his tackling and dribbling ability from scout Ben Mattinson.
However, the asking price of over £80m is quite high, considering that the Forest star is yet to prove himself at the top level over a long period of time. As such, Liverpool should try to negotiate a deal for a lower fee, especially if Van Dijk commits to a new deal and there is no pressing need to sign a new centre-back.
