Liverpool’s transfer news on Monday centred heavily on the future of the forward line, with Mohamed Salah confirming he may wait until after the World Cup before choosing his next club.
The search for his replacement is already gathering pace, with Anthony Gordon now viewed internally as one of the more attainable options, while Yan Diomande’s positional flexibility is making him even more attractive.
Elsewhere, Liverpool’s move for Kennet Eichhorn is progressing in theory, but Brexit rules mean the Hertha Berlin teenager is not a straightforward deal.
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Kennet Eichhorn plan hits Brexit complication
Liverpool have presented Kennet Eichhorn with a clear plan, including a possible one or two-year loan to a Champions League club.
However, Brexit rules could stop Liverpool signing Eichhorn this summer. The 16-year-old Hertha Berlin midfielder cannot officially join an English club until he turns 18, unless he qualifies for a UK passport.
Liverpool have to pre-agree a future move instead.
Anthony Gordon viewed as attainable by Liverpool
Liverpool internally believe Anthony Gordon could be attainable this summer, despite interest from elsewhere. Newcastle are said to want around £75m, which feels steep after a mixed Premier League season from the winger.
Still, Gordon’s pace is a major appeal for a Liverpool side badly lacking speed in wide areas.
While Yan Diomande and Bradley Barcola are strongly admired, Gordon remains firmly in the conversation.
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Yan Diomande could solve two Liverpool problems
Liverpool think Yan Diomande can play on both wings, and that flexibility only makes him more tempting.
Diomande is being tracked as a potential Salah replacement, but he could also provide cover on the left, where Cody Gakpo has struggled and Rio Ngumoha cannot be expected to carry the role alone.
Leipzig’s asking price remains the major obstacle.
Mohamed Salah may wait on next club
Mohamed Salah will decide his future after the World Cup if the right opportunity does not appear before then.
Saudi Arabia and MLS have both been mentioned, while a return to Europe cannot be ruled out with Juventus particularly drawn to the idea. For now, Salah says he is still assessing things.
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