Liverpool They have reportedly started formal talks with LOSC Lille over a deal to sign Leny Yoro this summer, according to the Spanish outlet. brand.
Apparently, the Reds have decided to strengthen their defense by signing a new defender for next season. A few names have been linked with a move to Anfield in recent times, including Gonçalo Inacio and Antonio Silva, but Yoro is also reportedly on his wish list.
According to the report of team talkLiverpool have identified Xavi Alonso as their main target to replace. Jurgen Klopp – who will leave his management position at the end of this season.
The report further claims that the Reds have already started talks with the Bayer Leverkusen boss and have offered him a three-year deal to join the club.
It has been reported by brand (through team talk) that Alonso has named Yoro as his 'number one' target if he moves to Anfield and Liverpool have already started negotiations with Lille to sign the 18-year-old.
Yoro to Liverpool
The report further claims that the French club want a fee of around £51 million to sell their star man, so the Merseyside club will have to pay a huge fee to secure his signature.
It has been suggested that manchester united, Chelsea and real Madrid They have also expressed interest in signing the youngster, but Liverpool are currently ahead of their rivals in this race.
With Joel Matip set to leave the club as a free agent at the end of this season, Liverpool need to sign a new defender as a possible replacement for the African.
Yoro is a talented player and has already shown flashes of his qualities in the French top flight in recent times. He is fast, strong, good in the air, has a good eye for long distance passes, is excellent in defensive contributions and also reads the game well. Therefore, he could be a solid acquisition for Liverpool if they acquire his service.
However, it will be interesting to see if the Anfield club can finally secure Yoro's signature in the coming years. transfer window to reinforce their defensive line.
