Liverpool ‘have Gravenberch replacement’ as Joao Palhinha priority emerges
Ryan Gravenberch has been a revelation at Liverpool this season, but they could potentially lose him in the upcoming transfer window.
The Netherlands international signed for the Reds from Bayern Munich in the summer of 2023 and has since become an integral part of the starting lineup.
Gravenberch’s performances at Anfield have been impressive this season, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see him leave in the coming months.
Arne Slot may have Real Madrid to worry about soon, with the Dutch midfielder catching the eye with his displays.
Slot could see Liverpool be raided next summer
Trent Alexander-Arnold’s future at Anfield is uncertain, as his contract expires at the end of the campaign.
Real Madrid have been linked with the English right-back, and it remains to be seen whether the 26-year-old will join them.
| Player | Appearances (2024/25) | Goals | Assists |
| Gravenberch | 44 | 0 | 3 |
Slot has done a brilliant job in his debut season at the Merseyside outfit, but that may lead to increased interest in some of their star players from Europe’s biggest clubs.
Fenway Sports Group (FSG) will arguably have to strengthen the Dutch manager’s squad in the upcoming transfer window, and may already have plans in place to do so.
Joao Palhinha to replace Gravenberch at Liverpool
Gravenberch’s importance at Anfield has grown since Jurgen Klopp’s departure at the end of last season.
While the 22-year-old had shown potential during his time at Ajax, he was never able to fulfil his potential at Bayern, and his debut season at the Reds was also underwhelming.
It seemed like the Netherlands international’s move to Merseyside was a mistake, but he has proved his doubters wrong in the current campaign.
Liverpool will surely want to keep Gravenberch for years to come, but they already seem to have a backup plan in case his head is turned by Real Madrid, with Liverpool an option for Joao Palhinha, according to CaughtOffside.
The news outlet reports (16 April) that the Bayern Munich midfielder’s agents are working on an exit from the Bundesliga giants next summer.
It’s been claimed that the Portugal international’s priority is to return to the Premier League, and he’ll likely be offered to the Reds soon.
The Merseyside outfit will have an obvious decision to make with the 29-year-old defensive midfielder if Gravenberch leaves, with the former Fulham star excellent during his previous spell in the English top flight.
Palhinha’s situation will be one to keep an eye on.