Liverpool open talks to sign young Argentine full-back Julio Soler from Lanús
Liverpool have set their sights on young Argentine left-back Julio Soler over a potential transfer to Anfield this summer, according to TyC Sports, as broadcast by Signings.
The 19-year-old has been making waves since making his debut for Argentine club Lanús in 2022. He made 36 appearances for the club before joining the Olympic team, where he made four appearances.
Soler's performance at the Olympics has sparked interest from a number of top clubs, including Liverpool, who are looking to bolster their left-back position this summer.
According SigningsLiverpool have enquired about the left-back in a bid to become a long-term successor to first-choice left-back and club vice-captain Andrew Robertson.
Soler is valued at around £11m according to the report, and it remains to be seen whether the Reds will jump at the chance to sign the defensive gem considering the potential departure of Kostas Tsimikas and the urgent need for a backup to Robertson.
Soler to Liverpool
Liverpool are notorious for snatching up some of the best hidden gems at dirt cheap prices, which is why they end up becoming world-class players at the club.
A prime example is Robertson, who signed for less than £5 in 2017 from Championship side Hull City. The 30-year-old has enjoyed a trophy-laden career at Anfield so far, winning every title possible at domestic and European level.
He is slowly approaching the best moment of his career and injuries are beginning to undermine his consistency.
Liverpool are now working to find a worthy replacement and Soler has been seen as a likely candidate to take over Robertson's role in the future.
The teenager has high potential and his outstanding qualities were evident during the Olympic Games, where he impressed before being eliminated by France in the quarter-finals.
Soler's £11m deal could prove to be good value for money, and the youngster could be a long-term regular for the club in the future if he joins this summer.
