Liverpool step into the summer as Premier League champions and could now be in the process of enticing a potential replacement for Luis Diaz to Anfield, per a report.
Liverpool ready to send shockwaves in the transfer market
The Reds have emerged as a dangerous force in the transfer market this summer, and Arne Slot doesn't appear to have any designs on slowing down in his hunt for premium talent.
Jeremie Frimpong has been confirmed as a Liverpool player, and Florian Wirtz may soon join him, signalling that the reigning Premier League champions intend to fight tooth and nail to defend their title next term.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot looks on
Now, the intention at Anfield is to build a squad worthy of balancing a gruelling domestic schedule with their endeavours in the Champions League come 2025/26.
Reports suggest Valencia centre-back Cristhian Mosquera is on the Reds' radar, and they may be aided by the fact Giorgi Mamardashvili holds a pre-existing relationship with the £25 million-rated defender.
Paris Saint-Germain striker Goncalo Ramos is another target for Liverpool. However, it remains to be seen whether he will be allowed to leave the Champions League holders as they prepare to compete in the Club World Cup.
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Nevertheless, there has arguably never been a better time to support the Reds. Further silverware is on their mind, including an elusive 21st top-flight title that would put them ahead of Manchester United's shared record in that regard.
Clever additions are needed to ensure Liverpool stay ahead of the chasing pack and avoid succumbing to second-season syndrome. Determined to adhere to those standards, FSG and company are now pursuing an exciting Premier League star who could be available, amid rumours of an exit for Diaz who has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia or Barcelona this summer.
Liverpool enter race to sign £35m Yankuba Minteh
According to reports in Spain, Liverpool have been closely monitoring Yankuba Minteh's progress at Brighton & Hove Albion and could make a £35 million move for the winger.
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The Gambia international has been an important asset under Fabian Hurzeler since joining from Newcastle United last summer, registering seven goals and five assists in 37 appearances across all competitions.
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Arsenal, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are also keeping tabs on his situation, and the Seagulls know that it will be hard to refuse a sizeable offer for their star man should appropriate interest emerge for his signature.
His camp isn't in a rush to make a decision over his future, but Minteh's tally of 29 chances fashioned on Premier League duty is bound to attract attention. He is also deemed to be faster than any player Slot has at his disposal after hitting a top speed of 36.4 k/hm in the top flight last term.
Liverpool's position as top-flight champions offers Slot a great chance to land his man, though this story may be worth keeping an eye on as the Reds' transfer business begins to take shape on Merseyside.
Diaz has been linked with a £68 million move to the Saudi Pro League this summer, so it could make a degree of sense if the Colombia international were to make way for Minteh's arrival.