Liverpool seek deal to sign Frenkie de Jong if Ryan Gravenberch leaves the club
Liverpool Midfielder Ryan Gravenberch has become one of the first divisionThis season's best players have been a key piece in Arne Slot's plans. The Dutch international's performances with the Reds have not gone unnoticed Real Madrid would be reflecting for him in 2025.
And while Gravenberch is said to be happy with Slot, the 15-time European champions' advances are some of the hardest to reject in world football. If there is indeed a knock on his door, the former Bayern Munich star could be tempted to join real Madrid despite his growing prominence at Anfield.
That said, Spanish source El Nacional (h/t 90min) reports that Liverpool have identified Frenkie de Jong as a possible replacement for Gravenberch. He Barcelona The star has lost his place in Hansi Flick's plans this season and after a lucrative move from Ajax Amsterdam did not work out as planned, the La Liga giants are willing to part with him for just £17 million.
De Jong, a fantastic potential signing
Frenkie de Jong for £17m would be an absolutely fantastic signing for Liverpool, regardless of whether Ryan Gravenberch stays at the club or not. The Reds need another deeper midfielder to add depth behind Arne Slot's current options and another Dutch player would fit like a sock under the former Feyenoord coach.
The 27-year-old has the best years of his career ahead of him and would welcome a new challenge in the Premier League after some inconsistent years in Spain. Although Liverpool could prioritize the signing of Martín Zubimendi over that of De Jong, Arsenal, city of manchester and Real Madrid are expected to offer serious competition, making FDJ an easier and more profitable option.
It would make sense for Liverpool to sign an excellent player for a very nominal fee. transfer fee also because they may need to spend money on replacing Mohamed Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold next summer. It will be interesting to see how their 2025 transfer plans develop, with improved squad depth likely to be a key agenda.
