Liverpool scout €33m defender also wanted by Manchester United
Liverpool’s hunt for defensive reinforcements has seen them linked with many of the top names in Europe.
The Reds are in the process of a defensive rebuild, adding three defenders to their senior squad last summer as well as several to their academy over the course of the season.
Lutsharel Geertruida was almost added late in the winter window too, but a deal could not be finalised.
Although Liverpool didn’t sign anyone in the January window, a £60 million deal to bring Jeremy Jacquet to Anfield this summer was announced.
With uncertainty surrounding all of Arne Slot’s current senior central defenders, the Reds are now looking to reinforce further ahead of next season.
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A whole host of names have been linked with Merseyside moves, but the latest defender reportedly being considered by Liverpool is Juventus’ Pierre Kalulu.
According to a fresh report from Caught Offside, the Frenchman is being monitored by both Liverpool and Manchester ahead of a potential summer move.
Although under contract until 2029, Kalulu will likely be the target of a summer bid, with several other Premier League clubs also showing some interest.
The Reds’ recruitment team have been present to watch the 25-year-old play this season, and have been impressed by his performances according to the report.
Kalulu has become an important figure in Juve’s defence this season and is valued at around €33 million (~£28.5m) according to FootballTransfers.
With so many teams interested, and so long remaining on his current deal, it will likely take a fee higher than that valuation to secure Kalulu’s services, but Liverpool have shown their spending ability in recent windows.
Capped three times by France, the Juventus defender represents an option with experience and potential and has also been frequently utilised as a right-back, which will be a big positive for Liverpool.
With the Reds’ defensive rebuild in full swing, Kalulu is a player to keep an eye on heading into the summer transfer window.
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