Liverpool They have reportedly shown interest in signing Fulham star Tosin Adarabioyo, according to the Mirror.
The Merseyside club lacks numbers in its defensive department, since after Joel Matip's knee injury that ended his season, Jurgen Klopp He has been left with Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate as his only senior centre-back options.
Although the Reds have Jarell Quansah at their disposal, he is still very young and does not have much experience playing at the highest level. Therefore, Liverpool would be better off signing a new defender in this winter window to help Klopp continue the title fight this season.
However, it seems highly unlikely that Liverpool will buy a new centre-back before tomorrow's deadline, but they could focus on strengthening the defensive line next summer.
A number of defenders have been linked with a move to Anfield in recent times with Gonçalo Inacio and Antonio Silva mentioned as serious targets, but Adarabioyo is now emerging as a key option.
Adarabioyo to Liverpool
According to the report of MirrorAfter being impressed by the Englishman's performance in the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final, Liverpool have expressed their interest in signing the defender.
The report further claims that Adarabioyo's current contract will expire at the end of this season, so Liverpool could secure the Fulham star's signature on a free transfer next summer.
The 26-year-old, who stands 6ft 5ins tall, is fast, strong, good in the air, comfortable playing from the back, has a good eye for long-distance passing, is excellent in defensive contributions and also read the game well. .
The defender played a pivotal role in Marco Silva's starting XI when Fulham won promotion a couple of years ago before helping his team to a mid-table finish. first division last deadline.
Adarabioyo is a talented player and a proven Premier League star, so he would be a shrewd signing for Liverpool if they buy him next summer.
However, with Klopp set to leave his managerial role at Anfield at the end of this season, it will be interesting to see if the new manager would want to sign the Fulham star to bolster the backline.
