Liverpool Hold Talks to Hijack Move for £52m Star After PL Rivals Agree Deal…

Liverpool Engages in Discussions to Secure £52m Star After Premier League Rivals Finalize Agreement.

According to CaughtOffside, Liverpool has initiated talks regarding a possible summer acquisition of Lyon winger Malick Fofana.

The Premier League champions have reportedly conversed with the 20-year-old’s agents but have not yet made a formal bid.

Earlier this month, Nottingham Forest had a proposal accepted by Lyon for Fofana, but they have not reached an agreement on personal terms with the Belgian forward, leaving the opportunity for other clubs to intervene in the deal.

Liverpool is on the lookout for a new left-sided winger due to uncertainty surrounding Luis Diaz’s future, as Bayern Munich is interested in acquiring the Colombian this summer.

Liverpool Pursuing a Deal for Malick Fofana

Among Premier League teams interested in the 20-year-old.

As reported by CaughtOffside, Liverpool may encounter competition from various Premier League and European clubs in their pursuit of Fofana this summer.

Chelsea, Arsenal, Aston Villa, Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus, and Napoli are all reportedly contemplating a move for the ‘magnificent’ winger, with Lyon now willing to consider incoming offers.

The financial difficulties faced by the French club are likely to necessitate player sales, and they are believed to be asking for up to €60m (£52m) for Fofana this summer.

The 20-year-old, who transferred to Lyon from Belgian club Gent in January 2024, netted 11 goals and provided six assists in 41 appearances across all competitions last season.

Liverpool is poised to exceed £250m in summer spending with the addition of Hugo Ekitike, who is anticipated to sign a six-year contract this week.

The 23-year-old forward will mark Liverpool’s fifth senior signing of the transfer window, following agreements for Jeremie Frimpong, Florian Wirtz, Milos Kerkez, and Freddie Woodman.