‘Liverpool to expedite Malick Fofana transfer’ after £51.5m development at Lyon
Liverpool are expressing interest in Olympique Lyon forward Malick Fofana after the French club were relegated to Ligue 2.
Under the leadership of John Textor’s Eagle Football Group, Les Gones’ financial difficulties have led to their demotion from Ligue 1.
Bayern Munich are the latest club eyeing Luis Diaz, and it remains to be seen what the future holds for the Colombian international.
The Reds have already started negotiations with Fofana’s agents at Roc Nation, and he may be their replacement on the left wing if exits are sanctioned from Anfield in the coming weeks.
Lyon want £51.5m for Fofana as Liverpool fight for transfer
Lyon want £51.5million for Fofana’s sale amid links to Liverpool, according to Miguel Delaney.
The Independent journalist revealed on X (2 July) that the Reds are one of several teams looking to sign the Belgium international from Les Gones after their relegation from Ligue 1.
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It’s been claimed that the French club are hoping to drive the 20-year-old’s price up due to the extent of interest in him.
Liverpool will arguably need to expedite their move for the winger if they hope to get him for a reasonable fee.
Liverpool could need Diaz transfer replacement soon
It wouldn’t be surprising to see Barcelona re-enter the race for Diaz as they navigate obstacles to sign Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao.
While the Reds seem adamant to keep the 28-year-old in Merseyside, it remains to be seen what the forward wants to do.
Diaz has been one of Liverpool’s best players behind Mohamed Salah in recent seasons, and it isn’t surprising to see fans wanting him to stay.
If the Colombian forward were to leave, it would arguably take a big offer for the Reds to consider his exit.
The Merseyside outfit have made some astute additions to their squad this summer, and are still hoping to sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle United.
While Fofana has shown a lot of potential at Lyon, the Sweden international should be Liverpool’s primary target if they cash in on Diaz at Anfield.
The 20-year-old Belgian winger’s situation will certainly be one to watch, as several teams are vying for his signature.