Liverpool are basking in the glory of clinching the Premier League title and could now put forward an offer for an elite midfielder to bolster their engine room, per reports.
Liverpool look to build on claiming Premier League title
Summer is around the corner and Arne Slot likely won't be hanging around as he seeks to build a dynasty at Anfield that keeps his side at the top of the English football pyramid.
Everyone associated with the Reds will carry immense pride when looking back on their Premier League title victory, but standing still isn't an option for FSG and company, who are likely to face a rejuvenated set of divisional rivals in 2025/26.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot
Looking to make a mark in the market, Liverpool could land Genoa midfielder Morten Frendrup for little over £25 million after the Serie A outfit decided to put the Denmark international up for sale.
Stuttgart star Angelo Stiller is also on Slot's radar, lending credence to the idea that strengthening the engine room is a key priority for the Dutchman in his mission to balance both their domestic and European exploits.
Momentum is an important quantity in football and something Liverpool will be desperate to maintain, though refreshing a squad is sometimes necesarry to ensure hunger doesn't wane during the second year of a project.
Liverpool's minimalistic transfer approach in 2024/25
Federico Chiesa
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Inriguingly, Slot chose to go with the options already at his disposal, bar Federico Chiesa, upon his arrival. His bravery to stick with a tried and tested bunch proved to be a masterstroke, but there is always room for further enhancement.
With that said, Liverpool are now preparing an offer for one of Europe's most well-known midfielders in a pursuit that could make headlines across Europe.
Liverpool prepare to submit offer for Frenkie de Jong
Per reports in Spain, Liverpool are preparing to submit an offer just over the £34 million mark for Frenkie de Jong in light of his uncertain situation at Barcelona.
The La Liga giants are said to be open to a sale in light of their economic circumstances, which has alerted the Reds alongside Arsenal and Manchester City.
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They have been working on a deal since January.
Slot values De Jong's fluidity in possession and potential to anchor the midfield with Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister highly, and the fact he is out of contract in Catalonia come 2026 may hasten the process. Labelled "incredible" by Marc Casado, the former Ajax man has registered two goals and two assists in 40 appearances across all competitions this campaign.
Reported to earn £310,000 per week at Barcelona, De Jong is an experienced operator with experience of thriving at the highest level, making him a logical target for Liverpool should he fancy the prospect of a new challenge.
Ultimately, his current employers' finances may dictate how this story develops, but it is definitely one to keep an eye on in light of Slot's growing Dutch contingent of players at Anfield.