Liverpool Could reportedly try to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson, according to Caught offside.
After becoming the new coach of the Reds, Arne Slot was interested in signing a new midfielder. He initially attempted to buy Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad last summer, but the player ultimately rejected a move to Anfield to stay at his boyhood club.
Now, facing the January window, it has been reported that after failing to reinforce the engine room in the last transfer In this window, Liverpool want a new midfielder next year and the Spaniard is still on Slot's shortlist.
However, Caught offside They claim Liverpool also have alternative options and are also interested in Ederson. La Dea does not want to sell the Brazilian mid-season as he is currently in the race for the Serie A title and is also likely to reach the round of 16. champions league. However, if they are forced to cash in then they will want around £50m.
The report further states that city of manchester They are also in this race as they are willing to sign a new midfielder after Rodrigo Hernández's serious knee injury.
Ederson to Liverpool
After moving to the Gewiss Stadium from Salernitana, Ederson has established himself as an integral part of Gian Piero Gasperini's starting lineup of late.
He helped his team become the european league champions last season. La Dea defeated Liverpool in the quarterfinals and thrashed German champions Bayer Leverkusen in the final.
The South American is a dynamic midfielder and can make passes between the lines. But his best attribute is his work without possession.
Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister have been Slot's first options to deploy in the engine room so far this season. Curtis Jones can also provide cover in this area if required. However, Wataru Endo has found himself on the periphery this season.
Ederson is a talented player and possesses the attributes necessary to thrive in the first division. Therefore, it would be a big coup for Liverpool if they acquired him.
However, it will be interesting to see if the Merseyside club will eventually be able to secure his service by beating Man City in this race next year.
