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Liverpool and Manchester United have endured underwhelming domestic starts this season, though both sides secured wins in their opening Champions League fixtures. Attention, however, is already turning towards squad rebuilding plans for the years ahead, with defensive reinforcements firmly on the agenda for both clubs.
According to respected transfer insider Ekrem Konur, Juventus centre-back Pierre Kalulu has emerged as a shared target for the two Premier League heavyweights, who are reportedly monitoring his situation ahead of a possible 2027 move.
**Kalulu’s Future at Juventus Under Scrutiny**
The Frenchman has been a standout performer alongside Gleison Bremer during his time in Turin, but Juventus’ inconsistent recent campaigns could leave the door ajar for a departure, particularly with Premier League suitors circling. Transfermarkt currently values Kalulu at around £27 million, a fee that would represent excellent business for either English club given his profile and versatility.
**Liverpool Could Hold the Edge Over United**
Manchester United’s defensive priorities appear to lie elsewhere for now, with a long-term left-back likely to take precedence given Luke Shaw’s advancing years. That could push Kalulu down United’s list of priorities, handing Liverpool a clear opportunity to move ahead in the race.
Personally, I think Liverpool make far more sense as a destination. Kalulu’s comfort in possession, sharp anticipation and tackling ability would suit Arne Slot’s system nicely, while his adaptability to right-back offers a potential fix for Jeremie Frimpong’s underwhelming form there. With Virgil van Dijk not getting any younger, a versatile, ball-playing defender like Kalulu could quietly solve two problems at once — and at a fee that looks like shrewd business rather than a gamble.