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liverpool Now battling Real Madrid for the signature of an “explosive” star, they hold a key advantage over the Spanish club.
After a summer of spending spree, the Reds fell silent in the January transfer window
The Reds enjoyed a quiet January after making significant investments last summer transfer window, with centre-back Jeremy Jacquet the only major addition to the squad, but the Frenchman was not ready to link up with his new team-mates until the summer.
Arne SlaughterThe team has undoubtedly not met expectations this season. It is currently ranked sixth and whether it can qualify for the Champions League is still unknown, but Richard Hughes Still believe that the new players will bring good results.
Hughes said: “All these players are here for a good reason, they are all top players. Everyone has done their part to get them into the club and we are all really happy with the performance in the summer, not just me.”
“As long as the players are the right fit from the start and we are absolutely convinced every time we bring players in that they are the right fit, then the performance on the pitch will follow very quickly.”
That might explain why there has been little movement this winter, but Liverpool continue to be in the market for reinforcements as they compete with Real Madrid, Manchester United and Arsenal for the title. AZ Alkmaar star Keith Smit‘s signature.
According to a report from Caught Offside, the Reds explored a move for Smits during the January transfer window, with the midfielder’s price tag potentially reaching €75m (£65m) in the summer due to widespread interest from some of Europe’s top clubs.
Given the financial disparity between the two parties Premier League Compared with La Liga, the Red Army is considered to have an advantage over Real Madrid in the Dutchman’s competition.
‘Explosive’ Smit could be ‘a great signing’
reporter i think boksak Said the 20-year-old would be a “fantastic signing” for Liverpool, explaining: “He’s exactly the kind of midfielder who thrives in a team that has possession of the ball because he’s so advanced in possession.
“He is also very explosive and can quickly accelerate/change direction from a standing position, which is an underrated and rare trait.”
The Hailo-born midfielder has been a key player for AZ Alkmaar this season, contributing two goals and two assists in 18 Eredivisie games, during which time he averaged 1.6 key passes per game, ranking third in the team.
As such, Smit could become an exciting addition to Slott’s squad this summer, but the signing of Crystal Palace’s Adam Walton The risk is likely to be lower given he’s already proven in the Premier League and is now rumored to want a move to Anfield.
