Liverpool could sign Brentford attacker Bryan Mbeumo in a cheap deal at the end of the season, according to daily express.
The 24-year-old has established himself as a reliable player first division attacker and has contributed to seven goals and four assists in 15 league games for Brentford this season.
Mbeumo, naturally a right winger, is versatile enough to also operate on the left. He would add goals, creativity and explosive pace to Liverpool's attack if he moved to Anfield.
The Reds could certainly use someone with his qualities, especially if they lose. Mohamed Salah in summer. The Egyptian has been linked to a move to Saudi Arabia. With his contract expiring in 2025, Liverpool could decide to cash in on Salah if a lucrative proposal is on the table.
They will have to adequately replace the 31-year-old and Mbeumo is emerging as an option. He Express says Liverpool could make a move for the Brentford star and could snap him up for a bargain price if the Bees are relegated.
Mbeumo is currently valued at around £32 million per Transfer marketbut Liverpool would hope to reduce that asking price if Brentford are relegated to the Championship this season.
Mbeumo will be tempted to join
Liverpool are one of the biggest clubs in the country and have been constantly competing for major trophies. The opportunity to play for them will be attractive to most players and the Brentford attacker would probably jump at the chance to move to Anfield.
It remains to be seen how the situation will develop in the coming months, but former Liverpool striker Stan Collymore would certainly back any move for Mbeumo. Collymore recently revealed that the Brentford attacker is one of his favorite players, he said he has “quality” and backed him to replace Salah at Anfield.
“I think the best teams should take a closer look at Bryan Mbeumo. I love him! It may surprise some, but Mbeumo is my favorite Premier League player. I think he is quality.” Collymore is quoted by the Express
Every time I watch him, he brings the ball to his feet, he is very direct, he makes excellent runs in the channels, he can drop deep, he holds the ball very well, he supports his attacking partner a lot, he gets into the area and scores goals, he is physically strong. He could go on and on. He is a great player!
If Salah ends up leaving Liverpool this summer, then I certainly think Jurgen Klopp “We should consider Brentford’s number 19.”
Brentford are currently 16th in the league table and will be desperate to preserve their status as a top-flight club. If they go down to the Championship, they will struggle to retain their key players.
Players like Mbeumo will not want to compete in the second division of English football next season. Meanwhile, Liverpool are hoping to take advantage of the situation and sign the player for a knock-down price.
