Liverpool have opened talks to sign a new midfielder, and he could be absolutely perfect for Andoni Iraola.
It is clear that Liverpool are prioritising a move to sign a new winger in the summer transfer window as they search for a replacement for Mohamed Salah.
Despite that, the Reds can also look to strengthen in other areas of the pitch after a disappointing 25-26 season.
Liverpool could look to add more bodies in the middle of the park, especially with the likes of Curtis Jones linked with a departure.
Iraola also needs to add to his defence with both Ibrahima Konate and Andy Robertson leaving the club on free transfers.
It's an important summer window for Liverpool, and they've now opened talks to sign a new midfielder.
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According to reports in Portugal, Liverpool have opened talks to sign Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes in the summer transfer window.
Atletico Madrid did have a deal agreed for the Brazilian midfielder, but doubts have now emerged over that transfer.
Alexis Mac Allister has enjoyed a difficult 25/26 season, so Liverpool could be looking to add another midfielder to their squad.
You could certainly argue that Gomes would be an upgrade on Mac Allister, especially for Iraola's side.
Gomes would make the move to Liverpool and instantly become a regular starter at Anfield, so it's a signing they certainly should be looking to pursue.
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Gomes would explode under Iraola
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Gomes is the type of midfielder that could easily explode under Iraola, and the new Liverpool manager would love him.
The Wolves man has been praised for his 'insane' work rate, something that Iraola values massively within his system.
Iraola likes his teams to press high up the pitch and suffocate the opposition as they look to win the ball back.
Gomes would be perfect for that system, so it's no surprise that Liverpool have already opened talks to secure his signature.
Gomes is clearly happy to leave Wolves this summer after their relegation from the Premier League, so it could be a straightforward deal for them to do.