According to the Bild journalist christian falk, Liverpool have identified Bayern Munich star Leroy Sané as a strong candidate to replace Mohamed Salah next summer.
Salah has had another fantastic campaign with the Reds and has racked up 16 goals and 11 assists in all competitions. Despite this, his future is uncertain as his contract expires at the end of June next year.
The Merseyside heavyweights have entered talks over a new long-term contract with the Egypt international, but it remains unclear whether the attacker will commit his future to the Reds for a few more seasons.
Speaking to the Bild Englische Woche program, falk He highlighted that Salah's contract expires in the summer and they are already looking for a solid successor.
Omar Marmoush has been mentioned many times as a target, but the renowned journalist said that the Reds are looking at an experienced player who can immediately follow in Salah's footsteps and that Sane is on their radar.
He said: “His (Salah) contract expires in the summer and Liverpool are already looking for a replacement.
“Omar Marmoush has already been a hot topic in Liverpool as an Egyptian for an Egyptian as a follow-up, but it is now clear that Leroy Sané is a serious problem in Liverpool.
“I have heard that Liverpool are looking for an experienced player, so a talent has already been presented who could immediately follow in the footsteps of Salah and Leroy Sané.”
Possible agreement
Salah has played a decisive role in the Reds' fight for first division title this campaign. Liverpool currently lead the league standings with a 4-point lead over Chelsea. They have one less game against Everton.
The Reds also have a 100% record in the champions league After 6 league games. Salah could be key to their prospects of winning major titles, which seemed a distant possibility when Arne Slot took over.
Liverpool are trying to convince Salah to extend his stay, but need a contingency plan if he leaves. Sane would be a good replacement, considering his great playing ability and vast experience in the Premier League.
Sané was one of the best wingers in the English top flight when he left city of manchester for Bayern. He has been a crucial player for them over the years but has been in and out of the XI since the arrival of Michael Olise last summer.
The duo have played together in recent weeks, but Sane has been deployed on the left wing rather than the right, where he is better suited. He 'world classThe star's contract expires next summer and the Reds could pounce on him if Salah leaves.
He is a player valued at £50 million, according to Transfer market. Get it for free transfer It would allow the Reds to save additional transfer funds which could be used to sign a quality competitor such as Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo.
