Liverpool transfer target Thuram could leave this summer
OGC Nice sporting director Florent Ghisolfi has confirmed that Liverpool’s transfer target Khephren Thuram could leave the club this summer, according to Get French Football News.
The France midfielder has been heavily linked with a move to Liverpool this summer and it was reported that Jurgen
Klopp’s outfit have already agreed personal terms with Thuram ahead of the possible move.
He is regarded as one of the best midfielders in France following his impressive performances for Nice last season. He
helped them finish 9th in Ligue 1 – racking up 48 appearances in all competitions and providing 10 goal contributions.
Thuram starred for France at European Under-21 Championship in Georgia and Romania this summer as they reached the
quarter-finals of the competition.
Get French Football News claims that Liverpool are yet to open talks with Nice for the transfer of Thuram but with Jordan
Henderson and Fabinho leaving, the Reds might start negotiations soon with the Premier League commencing soon.
Ghisolfi claims that the 22-year-old, alongside team mate Jean-Clair Todibo, are attracting interest from several clubs, and
although Nice are keen to keep their best players, the director admits that a transfer ‘could happen’ this summer.
all parties are satisfied, a departure could happen,” said Ghisolfi is quoted as saying by Get French Football News.
Thuram has two years left on his contract with the club and the Ligue 1 side are demanding between £34 to £43m (€40-
€50m) for his signature, according to the report.
Revamp midfield
Liverpool are currently undergoing a midfield rebuild after a poor 2022/23 campaign. As well as Henderson and Fabinho,
Naby Keita, James Milner, and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain have all left the club. The Merseysiders have added Alexis Mac
Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai, with strong interest remaining in Southampton youngster Romeo Lavia.
The Reds had their first bid rejected by the Saints and are set to make an improved bid of around £42.5m guaranteed fee
plus £2.5m add-ons, hoping the newly relegated side will accept the offer, however, they will face competition from Chelsea.
The Blues are prepared to hijack the deal, therefore Liverpool will have to keep their options open. Thuram would represent
a cheaper option compared to Lavia with Southampto demanding £50m for the 19-year-old.
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Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp ‘excited’ and gives transfer update after Romeo Lavia bid
Jurgen Klopp admits he is excited about Liverpool’s future business in this summer’s transfer window amid interest in Romeo Lavia.
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is excited about the prospect of signing more midfielders this summer. The German admits it is
a necessity that additions must be made, with Fabinho set to follow Jordan Henderson out of the exit door.
Liverpool have already signed two midfielders this summer. Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai arrived from
Brighton and RB Leipzig respectively.
The duo came in to replace the departed James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita. However, further exits
mean more signings are needed.
Henderson has completed a move to Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq, while Fabinho is set to join Al-Ettihad. Southampton
star Romeo Lavia is a top target.
The Reds have already seen an offer worth £40m rejected for the teenager but are expected to return with an improved bid.
Speaking at a press conference on Saturday, Klopp confirmed he intends to be busy and is looking forward to welcoming
new faces into the club.
Jurgen Klopp admits he is excited about Liverpool’s future business in this summer’s transfer window amid interest in Romeo Lavia.
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is excited about the prospect of signing more midfielders this summer. The German admits it is
a necessity that additions must be made, with Fabinho set to follow Jordan Henderson out of the exit door.
Liverpool have already signed two midfielders this summer. Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai arrived from
Brighton and RB Leipzig respectively.
The duo came in to replace the departed James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita. However, further exits
mean more signings are needed.
Henderson has completed a move to Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq, while Fabinho is set to join Al-Ettihad. Southampton
star Romeo Lavia is a top target.
The Reds have already seen an offer worth £40m rejected for the teenager but are expected to return with an improved bid.
Speaking at a press conference on Saturday, Klopp confirmed he intends to be busy and is looking forward to welcoming
new faces into the club.
He said: “Fabinho isn’t done yet, but he’s not here. We will have to get used to these things now. Timings aren’t what we are
used to.
“It’s definitely important to strengthen in midfield. We have to do something, that is clear. We are working on solutions.
“First people want changes, now everyone is worrying about the changes. We are really optimistic about it. Excited as well.”
Lavia has only had one year of top-flight football at Southampton since joining from Manchester City last summer. However,
his performances have attracted interest from a host of clubs in England.
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