Liverpool They will reportedly submit a formal proposal to sign Sporting CP star Gonçalo Inácio before the deadline, according to Portuguese outlet The game.
After coming through the Lions' youth system, the 22-year-old has established himself as a key player for his boyhood club's starting XI in recent years.
He helped Ruben Amorim's side win the league title twice in recent seasons and, after proving his qualities at Sporting, has secured his place in Portugal's star-studded squad.
Having been impressed by his recent performances, several big English clubs expressed interest in signing him earlier this window, but no one followed through with a deal to sign him.
But, according to the report of The gameLiverpool are interested in signing Inácio and are willing to step up their efforts to close the deal in the coming days.
The report further claims that the Merseyside club will hold talks with the player's agent Miguel Pinho, who is currently in England, over a possible move and are expected to present a formal proposal during the meeting.
Inacio to Liverpool
The youngster has a £51m release clause in his current contract, but Sporting are willing to sell him for a lower fee and accept around £38m. Liverpool can therefore secure his signature for a reasonable price this summer.
Following the departure of Joel Matip, Liverpool are currently down to three centre-backs in the first team. However, given Ibrahima Konate's recent injury history, the Reds would be better off signing a new defender to bolster their defence.
Inacio is a left-footed defender who feels comfortable with the ball at his feet. He is a versatile player, as he can play both as a centre-back and as a left-back.
The Portuguese can play from the back, has the ability to play by linking passes between the lines, is efficient in defensive contributions and also reads the game well.
He could therefore be a smart signing for Liverpool for the long-term future if they do buy him. However, it will be interesting to see if the Merseyside club ultimately opt to make a concrete approach to sign the Portuguese international before the end of this season. transfer window.
