Latest Liverpool transfer news and gossip with updates on AC Milan forward Christian Pulisic and Brighton striker Joao Pedro
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Christian Pulisic of AC Milan has been linked with Liverpool
Christian Pulisic of AC Milan has been linked with Liverpool
Liverpool have just a week to wait before they are able to add to their squad via the transfer market. The January window is fast approaching, and with it sees increased speculation about the business that the Reds may want to conduct ahead of the second half of the season.
Arne Slot has been enjoying his first season as Liverpool's new head coach, with the Reds holding a four-point lead at the top of the Premier League table going into Christmas. Boxing Day will be when Slot and Co. next return to action when they host Leicester City at Anfield in the top flight.
The clash against the Foxes will be Liverpool's final home fixture of the calendar year before the January transfer window opens. As the New Year approaches, the rumours about potential incoming signings intensify and that is not likely to change in the days and weeks ahead.
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Here, the ECHO takes a look at some of the latest Liverpool transfer news and rumours that have generated headlines over the last 24 hours.
Liverpool have been handed a blow in their reported quest to sign AC Milan star Christian Pulisic. The Reds have been tentatively linked with a move for the United States international in recent weeks as the January transfer window fast approaches.
According to Calciomercato, Milan are putting plans in place to stop Liverpool from signing Pulisic. It has been claimed that the Serie A club are plotting to offer the former Chelsea star a new contract in order to fend off interest from interested clubs, which they report includes Liverpool.
Pulisic's current contract with Milan is set to expire in 2027, with the Italian giants reportedly having the option to extend the deal by a further year. Reports have also claimed that Liverpool would face competition from Manchester United for Pulisic's signature, but may find themselves out of the race if the forward agrees a new deal with Milan.
Elsewhere, Liverpool are continuing to be linked with a move for Brighton star Joao Pedro. Reports in recent weeks have stated that the Reds may want to sign the Brazil international when the transfer window opens in the New Year.
Football Insider has reported that Liverpool are still interested in signing Pedro, with the Anfield hierarchy continuing to monitor his performances for the Seagulls. The report claims that Brighton have set a minimum asking price of £60million for the versatile forward who has scored four goals with three assists so far this season.
Liverpool are reportedly keen to add to their forward options when the transfer window opens. However, the Reds may have to wait until the summer to move for Pedro, due to Brighton not wanting to allow the 23-year-old to depart in the middle of the season.