Liverpool have been urged to pursue the audacious signing of Chelsea captain Reece James to upgrade Arne Slot’s defensive options when the summer window opens up in just a few months time.
Former players and commentators have suggested Liverpool should test ***CHELSEA***’s resolve with a surprise bid, arguing that James’ blend of defensive solidity and attacking output would suit Slot’s tactical approach. The full-back is capable of playing as a traditional right-back, wing-back or even in midfield — roles he has occasionally filled during his Chelsea career
And former Blues full-back Glen Johnson believes Arne Slot’s side should try to capitalise on that uncertainty and lure James to Anfield in the summer: ‘To be honest, given how versatile Reece James is, I think he’d suit anyone,’ Johnson told Boyle Sports.
‘Because in terms of his ability, he can do a job all over the pitch. He’s a fantastic player, but to have that versatility in your squad is invaluable.
‘He could fill in at left-back, play centre-half in a back three, or be a right wing-back or a midfielder. I think he would genuinely suit any club, especially one going through a few changes or dealing with injuries.
‘Players like him are hard to find because I don’t think he would go to a club expecting to play 50 games at right-back, for example. It’s not going to happen.
‘So, to have a player who can adapt and do whatever the team and squad need, I think a lot of teams would want that option. I’d love to see him at Liverpool, that’s for sure. I think he would suit Liverpool, probably more so than Arsenal.
‘And I think Manchester United would probably want him as well. But Liverpool could be a very good fit, to be honest.
‘We spoke about the right-back option with Jeremie Frimpong and others, but as I said, Reece isn’t going to go to a club and play a solid 40 games in one position. He just isn’t.
‘So, to have him as an option, perhaps in midfield, especially since Liverpool are still in all competitions and will have so many games, injuries, and suspensions, I think he’d be perfect.
‘Yes, I’d love to see him land at Liverpool.’
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