Liverpool has begun negotiations to sign a Premier League attacker after five years of interest…

Liverpool has initiated discussions regarding a deal for a Premier League forward after a five-year interest.

Following a five-year pursuit, Liverpool has commenced negotiations for a Premier League attacking player.

The first summer transfer window without Jurgen Klopp was notably quieter than anticipated.

Following the announcement of his departure from Anfield, speculation arose about the future composition of the squad as the Klopp era came to a close.

However, with the appointment of Arne Slot, the core of the Liverpool team has largely remained intact.

Only a few transactions occurred over the summer, and The Athletic has recently indicated that the club is not expected to be particularly active in the upcoming January window either.

Nevertheless, the conclusion of the season could present intriguing scenarios, especially if Liverpool secures a trophy in their inaugural season under new management.

Significant changes are anticipated next summer, particularly as fringe players like Caoimhin Kelleher seek more consistent playing time elsewhere. Additionally, three players are nearing the end of their contracts.

If new agreements are not reached by January, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk, and Mohamed Salah will be free to engage in pre-contract discussions with other clubs.

The extent to which Liverpool’s squad may evolve before the end of next summer’s transfer window remains uncertain. As they gear up for further title challenges, they are reportedly linked with several promising player targets.

According to Universo Online, Liverpool is focusing on local talent for a potential new acquisition, specifically targeting Brighton’s João Pedro.

The report suggests that the Brazilian has become a key priority for the club as they aim to initiate negotiations in January for the 2025/26 season.

Liverpool has been keeping a close eye on Pedro for quite some time. The club has monitored the forward for nearly five years, with their most intensive observations beginning during his tenure at Watford in 2020.

Pedro is believed to fit the profile that Slot desires, serving as both a goalscorer and a contributor to creative attacking plays. Currently, discussions are in the early stages and are described as ‘exploratory.’

However, with Manchester United also showing interest in the Brazilian, Liverpool is anticipated to accelerate their efforts to secure him and prevent losing him to a competitor.

Erik ten Hag had shown interest in Pedro during his time at United, but it remains uncertain whether the new manager, Ruben Amorim, shares that sentiment.

The Red Devils are exploring new attacking options as they enter this new phase. Recently, The Telegraph reported surprising news that United is ‘open’ to the possibility of selling Marcus Rashford.