Liverpool Manager Andoni Iraola
Liverpool Manager Andoni Iraola
Liverpool have reportedly stepped up their interest in Erick Bele as they begin considering potential January transfer targets.
The Reds head into the November international break with renewed confidence after ending their disappointing run of results with a victory over Crystal Palace.
Andoni Iraola’s side secured a 3-1 win at Selhurst Park on Sunday, bringing an end to consecutive defeats against Arsenal in the Premier League and Fenerbahce in the Champions League.
Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring in the 40th minute, heading home Dominik Szoboszlai’s free-kick before Florian Wirtz doubled Liverpool’s advantage with his first Premier League goal of the season.
Alexander Isak added a third in the 89th minute, while Eddie Nketiah scored a late penalty for Palace.
The victory leaves Liverpool fourth in the Premier League table with 18 points from 10 matches. They will return to action against Manchester United at Anfield on November 22.
However, away from the pitch, attention is already turning towards the January transfer window.
Liverpool are reportedly expected to have a relatively quiet winter, although the club remain prepared to act if the right opportunity presents itself.
And reports suggest that the Merseyside outfit have already taken steps to explore a potential deal for a highly rated young talent.
According to Sport Witness, Liverpool have made official enquiries with Palmeiras about 19-year-old attacking midfielder Erick Bele.
The Reds have monitored the Brazilian for some time, although they have not submitted a formal offer.
Palmeiras are reportedly willing to negotiate from €30m (£25m), a valuation that has remained unchanged following his recent contract renewal until October 2031.
Liverpool are also aware of interest from Paris Saint-Germain, while Parma previously failed with an attempt to sign him on loan with an option to buy.
Bele has been at Palmeiras since 2018 and currently wears the number 10 shirt for both the club’s Under-20s and Brazil’s Under-20s.
The left-footed midfielder has already made seven senior appearances, scoring his first professional goal against Jacuipense in the Copa do Brasil.
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