Liverpool have reportedly set their sights on a Tottenham Hotspur star who could be available for £40 million this summer.
The Reds aren't splashing as much cash as they did last summer when they spent a record £446m. Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz became Liverpool's two most expensive signings in history and they were expected to successfully defend their Premier League title.
That didn't happen and a fourth-placed finish saw Arne Slot dismissed a year after delivering top-flight glory. With Andoni Iraola now in charge, the Reds' transfer chiefs are tasked with ensuring he has a squad that can compete on all fronts.
Liverpool 'Seriously Looking' at Djed Spence
Djed Spence (England) vs DR Congo at World CupBrett Davis via Action Images via Reuters
Iraola has been keen to add a new left-back to his squad following Andy Robertson's departure. The Scot headed to Tottenham after his contract expired.
With Robertson heading to Spurs, there are serious doubts over Djed Spence's future with the Lilywhites. He enjoyed a stellar World Cup campaign but Roberto De Zerbi is thought to be open to selling him.
Journalist Dave Davis has now claimed that Liverpool are huge admirers of the 25-year-old. He told the Anfield Index YouTube channel: "We went digging on this and Djed Spence is absolutely a player that Liverpool are looking at. That’s our info now. Liverpool absolutely are having a serious look at Djed Spence."
Spence was a standout performer for England during the World Cup, growing as the tournament progressed and displacing Nico O'Reilly. His versatility allows him to operate at right-back and left-back and this is something that the Reds appreciate.
Davis added: "He can play right-back and left-back at the same time, which means you just wonder, you know, you sell [Kostas] Tsimikas, and then you’ve got right-back and left-back cover there in Djed Spence."
Spence has failed to become a regular starter at Spurs and Robertson's arrival has only further jeopardised his chances of game time. Inter Milan have been showing interest in the defender and have reportedly been in talks with his entourage.
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Liverpool Need to Decide if Price is Right
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Davis mentioned the likelihood of Spence costing £40 million following his exploits at the World Cup. That fee has been mentioned before, and while it isn't exactly cheap, it is understandable given his age and qualities.
Konstantinos Tsimikas' situation will be factored in as speculation grows over the Greek left-back departing. Interest in Spence could be stepped up if that occurs, and he'd be a perfect option to challenge Milos Kerkez for a starting berth.
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The price might be an issue for the Reds given he might not be viewed as a guaranteed starter. But in today's market, for a player who enjoyed somewhat of a breakout World Cup campaign, it could be worth it.