Liverpool have no plans to part ways with key midfielder Ryan Gravenberch, as Real Madrid could be dealt a blow in their interest.
According to Football Insider, Real Madrid could be dealt a blow in their pursuit of Ryan Gravenberch, with Liverpool indicating no interest in parting ways with the 23-year-old. The Dutchman has established himself as a key star under Arne Slot, with the club already thinking about tying him down for the long-term future.
Ryan Gravenberch was given his Liverpool lifeline following the arrival of compatriot Arne Slot in place of former boss Jurgen Klopp. The Dutchman thoroughly struggled under the German and failed to establish himself as an important part of the team.
However, since Slot’s arrival, the 23-year-old Liverpool star has become one of the best midfielders in the Premier League. Gravenberch was instrumental in the title-winning campaign last season, and this term, he has already put in some eye-catching displays.
Liverpool had planned to offer him a new deal at the back end of last season, and that remains the plan moving forward. The club are not thinking about selling the Dutchman under any circumstances, especially amid Real Madrid’s interest in signing the Dutchman.
With a contract tying him at Anfield until 2028 at the very least, Liverpool are under no pressure to sell nor worry about Gravenberch’s immediate future. Real Madrid are set to suffer a blow in their pursuit, as Xabi Alonso admires the Dutch international very much and could view him as a key addition to his already formidable squad.
Real Madrid are in search of a new midfielder
Gravenberch’s profile could fit Real Madrid for the present and future, as he is a player they could make a big investment in. However, Liverpool have had a level of strained relationship with the Spanish giants after the Trent Alexander-Arnold saga, as well as their ongoing interest in Reds defender Ibrahima Konate.
Real Madrid are eager to bring in a quality deep-lying midfielder, as there are a few names on their list, including Rodri. Manchester City are ramping up efforts to offer the Spaniard a new deal to ward off Real Madrid, as Liverpool could follow suit in doing something similar before things with Gravenberch go out of their control.