Liverpool Exclusive: Bajcetic lined up for Anfield exit after Spain developments
Stefan Bajcetic looks set to depart Liverpool this summer.
The 20-year-old burst onto the scene in the 2022/23 campaign, making 19 appearances in all competitions under Jurgen Klopp.
However, since then, he has been plagued by injuries and bad luck, featuring just three times the following season and enduring a dismal loan spell at RB Salzburg before he found his way back to form at Las Palmas.
The question is whether a departure from the Merseyside club would be permanent or temporary for the young Spaniard.
Liverpool ace Bajcetic wanted for Spanish loan
Bajectic is attracting plenty of interest as the Anfield side weighs up their plans for him for the new campaign.
ESPN reporter Rodra (18 July) has shared that Real Betis, Valencia and Rayo Vallecano are all interested in the Reds gem.
Speaking exclusively to Liverpool News, he confirmed that they would be seeking a loan deal rather than a permanent switch.
Bajcetic should be a part of Liverpool’s long-term plans
Bajcetic is currently recovering from hamstring surgery in June, which is why he has not been handed a chance to showcase himself in the pre-season tour of Asia.
If he can shake the injuries and horrid luck, then he may have a chance to still become the elite midfielder that he was supposed to be.
However, that all depends on whether Arne Slot is willing to give him a chance to get back into the first-team fold in L4.
He could save Fenway Sports Group millions if he can fulfil his potential, and if the Reds do not sanction a permanent exit, then that remains a possibility.
He has a huge ceiling and should be given time to reach it, as player development is not linear; there will always be setbacks along the way.
Whether the former Celta Vigo man can bounce back from the constant unfortunate events will be the real test, and if he does, he will fancy his chances of convincing Slot that he can play a role.
A loan where he can play every week and prove his fitness to the Dutchman may be the best outcome for all parties.
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