The OGC Nice midfielder is the next top priority in Liverpool’s midfield rebuild.
He has been heavily linked to a move to Liverpool this summer, and an update on the club’s pursuit of the player has just surfaced.
According to the French newspaper L’Equipe (via Sport Witness), Liverpool is prioritizing the acquisition of the OGC Nice midfielder.
Thuram has reportedly been in touch with people more regularly over the past week, according to the article. The gifted youngster is keen to move to Merseyside and work on Jurgen Klopp’s project.
Due to the losses of James Milner, Naby Keita, and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain this summer, Liverpool will need to rebuild its midfield. The Reds are already anticipating a crucial summer with Alexis Mac Allister’s confirmation.
Even if the World Cup champion’s arrival is unquestionably a tremendous success, Anfield’s midfield will need the help of more than one superstar, and obtaining Thuram’s services this summer may be the key to bringing great vitality and quality back to the center of the pitch.
The “dangerous” magician, 22, can play either as a number eight or in a deeper defensive role, according to teammate Aaron Ramsey.
He definitely possesses skills that Klopp would greatly benefit from in the future season.
Thuram is in the top 30% for shot-creating actions, pass completion, touches, and interceptions, as well as in the top 10% of his positional peers throughout the top five European leagues, according to FBref. He also ranks in the top 10% for progressive carries and successful take-ons.
The Frenchman’s versatility in positioning and his consistent ability to move around the field would make him the ideal player profile to maximize Mac Allister’s potential at Anfield the following season.
At Brighton and Hove Albion, the Argentine was known for his all-action partnership with midfielder Moises Caicedo, and Roberto De Zerbi’s arrival at the AMEX Stadium only increased the threat of the pair, forcing the Argentine into a more attacking role. From this position, the Argentine thrived, scoring ten league goals in total.
With Thuram paired with the new Liverpool ten, Klopp may try to make the 24-year-old unplayable in his offensive role the next year.
The Nice star is anticipated to cost the Reds £55 million this summer, but if Klopp can help him continue to develop his abilities, it will be money well spent.
Having said that, adding a young, talented partner to Mac Allister in the middle of the pitch might significantly improve Liverpool’s subpar results this year and make the midfield a force to be reckoned with for years to come.
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