Liverpool trump Arsenal after agreeing terms with 24-y/o ahead of possible £78m move…

Liverpool has outmaneuvered Arsenal by reaching an agreement with a 24-year-old player in anticipation of a potential £78 million transfer.

Personal terms have already been settled – Liverpool has reached out to the representatives of the Brazilian star in preparation for a £78 million offer.

Liverpool is considering a transfer for Real Madrid’s Rodrygo Goes as they seek a direct replacement for Luis Diaz, who has moved to Bayern Munich.

According to Spanish journalist Siro Lopez (cited by Sport Illustrated), Liverpool has contacted Rodrygo’s team, and personal terms have been finalized with the two-time Champions League winner ahead of a possible transfer.

Arsenal is also interested in the Brazilian international and may compete with Liverpool for his signature after finally securing Viktor Gyokeres, although there were earlier concerns about their willingness to meet the forward’s salary expectations.

The Gunners might need to sell one of their current players, with Leandro Trossard being the most likely to depart amid rumors of a potential exit from the Emirates Stadium this summer.

Real Madrid is willing to let Rodrygo go this summer, as he is not expected to play a significant role in Xabi Alonso’s plans.

To facilitate his departure, the club has lowered his asking price to £78 million, down from the original £86 million.

Rodrygo’s transfer to Liverpool is not straightforward.

Liverpool has sufficient flexibility in the transfer market before the Premier League’s Profitability & Sustainability Rules take effect.

A recent sponsorship agreement with Adidas, coupled with their success in the English top-flight last season, has worked to their advantage.

Nevertheless, facilitating Rodrygo Goes’ transfer from Real Madrid to Liverpool is more complicated than it appears, as accommodating him in the squad would require the sale of Darwin Nunez.

Otherwise, the Reds risk having an excess of attacking players in their lineup.

Additionally, Arne Slot may also wish to strengthen his defense, particularly in the central area, as Ibrahima Konate and Virgil van Dijk are currently the only dependable and seasoned center-backs available as they head into the next season.

It will be intriguing to observe how Arsenal’s interest develops, as they are still interested in Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze.

However, Rodrygo, due to his experience and overall qualities, would be a much more suitable match for the Gunners.