Liverpool have reportedly reached an agreement with Southampton for Romeo Lavia, as per a transfer expert, but other details remain unclear.
According to transfer expert Michael Rincon, Liverpool have an agreement in place with Southampton for Romeo Lavia. The
19-year-old had emerged as a key midfield target for Jurgen Klopp, as the Saints had not given a clear rejection of their
second offer.
The Romeo Lavia race could eventually go one way towards Merseyside, as Liverpool could edge their rivals for the 19-year-
old. The Southampton midfielder emerged as a big target for Jurgen Klopp once it became clear that Jordan Henderson and
Fabinho would depart.
Henderson joined Al Ettifaq, while Fabinho is on the cusp of becoming a new Al Ittihad player. Lavia is considered a direct
replacement for the latter, with Liverpool losing a midfielder in the key defensive position, something the manager wanted
to address quickly.
The chase for Lavia has been far from simple, with Liverpool initially not agreeing to match Southampton’s £50 million
valuation. After the Saints rejected their first offer, the Reds made a second offer worth £45 million, including bonuses.
Southampton did not give a clear indication about the new bid, but it at least went close to their valuations. Liverpool had
accelerated their pursuit of Lavia amid growing pressure due to rival interest.
Chelsea planned to hijack the move after Brighton rejected a fourth bid for Moises Caicedo. However, transfer expert
Michael Rincon insists that Liverpool have an agreement with Southampton for Lavia, although the finer details remained
unclear.
Liverpool may have negotiated their way through with that second bid and could pay Southampton around £45 million. If
not, they must not have exceeded the £50 million mark for the 19-year-old midfielder. Either way, the Reds are close to the
player they want.
The only downside to the report is the corroboration from other sources who have thoroughly followed this case, such as
David Ornstein or Fabrizio Romano. If the news is close to being true, we should have the confirmation soon enough.
For now, this news from Michael Rincon will boost the hopes of Liverpool fans, who love the idea of Lavia playing at the base
of their midfield. The midfielder, too, remains open to the move, but things can change, with Chelsea also keeping close tabs
in a bid to hijack, something they have done well in the past.
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Liverpool’s midfield is indeed undergoing a significant revamp this summer, with several key players departing the club.
The likes of James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and Naby Keita have already left after their contracts expired.
Furthermore, the recent confirmation of Jordan Henderson’s sale to Al-Ettifaq for £13 million, where he reunites with
Steven Gerrard, adds to the list of departures.
Another significant departure on the horizon is Fabinho, with his move to Al Ittihad in Saudi Arabia reportedly close to
completion. Liverpool are set to receive £40 million from his sale.
With these key midfield players leaving for Saudi, Liverpool are in urgent need of adequate replacements.
The club has been linked with Romeo Lavia, but according to Graeme Bailey on the Talking Transfers Podcast, there could
be another midfielder incoming. He mentioned the possibility of a loan move for Bayern Munich’s Ryan Gravenberch, who
has caught Liverpool’s interest.
While speaking to the Talking Transfers Podcast, Graeme Bailey said:
“I do wonder if we do still see, there is still an interest in Gravenberch at Bayern. Maybe, he’s available on loan, is
Lavia experienced enough to start at Liverpool? It wouldn’t surprise me to see another two and that would be
four new midfielders.”
Liverpool have already signed Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton and Dominik Szoboszlai from RB Leipzig earlier in the
summer. But that is not enough as a top class defensive midfielder remains an absolute necessity for the club.
If Liverpool fail to find a suitable replacement for Henderson and Fabinho, it could have a significant impact on their
upcoming season.
Another ‘onslaught’ as Liverpool press to seal signing of £51.5million star – journalist
Liverpool remain consistently linked with Romeo Lavia and they continue to press to seal his signing as soon as possible.
Yesterday, we covered a story via Gazet van Antwerpen claiming that the Reds are closing in to sign the 19-year-old, who is
valued at 60 million euros (£51.5million).
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Last night, Belgian journalist, Sacha Tavolieri, confirmed that the Anfield club do not have to worry about the delay in the
transfer of Lavia.
The Merseysiders have been focusing on the departure of first choice defensive midfielder, Fabinho, who is heading to Saudi
Arabia to join Al-Ittihad.
Once the Brazilian’s transfer is complete, Liverpool, who have already submitted a bid worth £45million, will soon make
another ‘onslaught’ to sign the teenage sensation from Southampton.
The reporter states despite the delay, both the Saints and the Reds are confident that the deal will be done.
The Athletic’s Jacob Tanswell recently told RedMenTV:
“I’m sure Klopp would want to test him (Lavia) to his limits as well, something he’s probably not had at Southampton.”
Lavia may have impressed big time for the relegated St. Mary’s outfit, however, replacing one of the most established
defensive midfielders in the form of Fabinho at a massive club like Liverpool would be a completely different test for the
youngster.
Have your say – Would you like to see new signings Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai and Romeo Lavia start in the
midfield in the opening Premier League contest vs Chelsea next month?
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