The summer transfer window has been opened since June 14 and Liverpool appear to be making big moves.
New head coach Arne Slot undoubtedly has a list of targets in mind with numerous updates coming to light on several of those. Much of the news surrounds Leny Yoro following Lille's decision to block him from participating in the Olympics with the defender given the green light to depart this summer.
As such, a £42.3million bid was launched over the weekend by unnamed Premier League club, though it was swiftly rejected with the 18-year-old only having eyes for Real Madrid. In addition, the likes of Xavi Simons, Adrien Rabiot and Crysencio Summerville have also all been linked.
Elsewhere, Sporting CP star Goncalo Inacio has emerged as a potential signing with Slot said to have requested a move for the defender. Alongside the transfer window, Euro 2024 is well underway with long-term target Federico Chiesa impressing for Italy.
Follow the ECHO's live Liverpool transfer blog below throughout the weekend for all the latest news and updates.
Key Events
Trent starts for England
Monster Saudi Salah bid 'imminent'
Liverpool target £33.7m transfer
Ederson issues transfer update to Liverpool
Bruna Reis
Arne Slot's former player 'agrees' personal terms amid Liverpool links
Newcastle winger Yankuba Minteh, who spent last season on loan at Feyenoord, has agreed personal terms with an unnamed club.
While the 19-year-old had been linked with a reunion with Arne Slot at Anfield, Liverpool are not planning on signing the winger.
Minteh's agent Bakary Bojang told Chronicle Live on Saturday morning: "It is correct that Newcastle are willing to sell the player if they receive a good offer.
"From our side if Newcastle wants to sell and the sporting project is good we will definitely look at it. We are in communication with some clubs. I can't confirm clubs who are in communication with us.
"We have agreed terms with one of the clubs. So now the rest is with Newcastle."
Under the tutelage of Slot, Minteh made 37 appearances and scored 11 goals and delivered six assists.
Bruna Reis
Saudi club working on Roberto Firmino exit
The former Liverpool star is set to depart Saudi Arabia's Al Ahli.
In 34 appearances for his side, Firmino has managed nine goals and seven assists.
"Al Ahli, no change in the position of Matthias Jaissle – confirmed for the next season as their head coach – towards Roberto Firmino" journalist Rudy Galetti claimed on X (formerly Twitter).
"The German manager asked to part ways with the Brazilian and look for a new ST. The Saudi club is working in this direction."
In the January transfer window, Firmino was loosely linked to a Chelsea transfer following their difficulties in attack, and while a move never materialised, an imminent exit is expected.
Bruna Reis
How Liverpool could line up after Adrien Rabiot and Jamal Musiala transfers
The additions of Adrien Rabiot and Jamal Musiala would strengthen the Liverpool squad significantly.
At Euro 2024, both players have impressed for Germany and France with links to Anfield emerging as a result. With the summer transfer window now having been open for over one week, speculation around different players and their futures is rife.
Interest in a number of players has understandably been reported, but nothing has reached an advanced stage yet.
Read more here.
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Nico Williams makes future claim
The Spain international has also spoken out on his future amid links to the Premier League.
He told La1: "I’ve just signed new deal at Athletic few weeks ago, I feel very good there. I’m very happy at Athletic. It’s very strange to receive questions on my future."
The release clause in the region of £55million said to be in that new deal was always seen as the route to signing him by many clubs, however Williams clearly wants to remain with the La Liga club.
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Diogo Jota says Liverpool teammate is better than Jude Bellingham
The Portuguese has ranked his Liverpool teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold higher than Jude Bellingham.
Speaking to GOAL, Jota was asked to rank players from one to five. When Alexander-Arnold's name came up, he placed him second.
Video can be watched below.
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Leny Yoro latest
Spanish publication Mundo Deportivo claimed that Lille have rejected a €50million (around £42m) offer from Liverpool for the 18-year-old.
The French side are said to be looking for a figure close to £51m (€60m). However, the youngster has made his feelings clear that he would prefer a move to Real Madrid.
Elsewhere, the Atheltic's Mario Cortegana writes: "Yoro has informed Real Madrid that he wishes to join the club." Though it is stated that "a deal is yet to be agreed" and there have been "no direct conversations" between the Spanish giants and Lille at this stage.
"Should the move progress he would like to join the club either this summer or next, depending on whether Madrid and Lille can strike a deal."
Bruna Reis
Liverpool make Rabiot transfer enquiry
Arne Slot and Co. are keen to get business completed during the summer transfer window.
With plans are already in place, the Reds are hoping to welcome their first signing very soon. In addition to keeping tabs with Jamal Musiala, the club are said to have enquired over the possibility of a free transfer for Adrien Rabiot.
His contract will expire at Juventus at the end of this month and there is no current indication that he will sign a new deal. It's not the first time he's been linked with a move to the Premier League.
Speaking back in June 2023, he said: “I loved Liverpool a lot because I was a bit fan of Steven Gerrard, who made me dream… and so therefore I followed the Reds."
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Xavi Simons transfer decision
The Liverpool-linked star says he will not make a decision on his future until after the European Championships.
However, he has formally informed Paris Saint-Germain that he wants to leave the club this summer, though only on another loan move.
RB Leipzig, which is where he spent last season, are keen to bring him back with Bayern also linked while Arsenal and Man United are said to have made contact.
He admitted: "We'll see after the Euros. I was happy in Paris. Things have happened. Now I was in Leipzig this year. We'll see after the Euros."
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Isaac Seelochan
Transfer round-up
Liverpool could be set for several big changes this summer as a new era begins under Arne Slot.
And Spanish publication Mundo Deportivo have claimed that Lille have rejected a €50million (around £42m) offer from Liverpool for Leny Yoro. It is said that the offer is close to the €60m figure Lile are looking for but the Ligue 1 club are in no mood to lower their demands.
Read more about the latest transfer news and rumours here
Isaac Seelochan
Trent can be ‘helpful or harmful’
Former England manager Fabio Capello has had his say on how England will use Trent Alexander-Arnold.
“He used to move in midfield from the right-back position, and he played well in that position under Jurgen Klopp,” he told Sky Italia.
“However, he doesn’t perform at the highest level there. He has great vision and can shoot from a distance, so this is an extra weapon because of his great technical quality.
“He is accustomed to playing in a defensive line, which is helpful. In midfield, he’ll find opponents who are more creative, and his position can be helpful or harmful, depending on where he stays.”
Isaac Seelochan
Liverpool 'to bid for Summerville'
Liverpool and Chelsea are set to bid for Leeds United star Crysencio Summerville according to our colleagues at LeedsLive.
The Dutch star's form last season has attracted interest from top Premier League stars, with Liverpool and Chelsea said to be leading the race for his signature. Newcastle United have also been linked with the 22-year-old, while Brighton and Crystal Palace are said to be monitoring the situation.
Read more here
KEY EVENT
Trent starts for England
Liverpool's Trent Alexander Arnold starts for England against Serbia tonight.
It looks like Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate will be playing the 25-year-old in midfield in England's Group C opener.
England XI: Jordan Pickford, Kyle Walker, John Stones, Marc Guehi, Kieran Trippier, Declan Rice, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Bukayo Saka, Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, Harry Kane
Isaac Seelochan
Slot handed Gakpo blueprint
Three Liverpool players were brimming with delight as the Netherlands kicked off Euro 2024 with a 2-1 win against Poland in Hamburg.
Ronald Koeman's side seemed certain to be held to a draw by their opponents in their Group D opener, though late substitute Wout Weghorst arrived to find the winner. Captain Virgil van Dijk was on the field at the time and took part in joyous celebrations with his national team.
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Isaac Seelochan
Carragher opposes Keane, Neville and Rooney on Trent
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher believes Trent Alexander-Arnold is likely to perform better in midfield for England than at full-back as the Three Lions' Euro 2024 campaign begins this evening.
It is widely expected that Gareth Southgate will choose to play Arsenal's Declan Rice alongside Alexander-Arnold in the centre of the pitch for the clash with Serbia in Gelsenkirchen. However, these suggestions were met with heavy criticism from former Manchester United captains Roy Keane, Gary Neville and Wayne Rooney.
Read more here
Kieran Horn
Slot already knows Gakpo truth
Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo has enjoyed a blistering start to Euro 2024 having scored in the Netherlands 2-1 win over Poland on Sunday.
That will delight his fellow Dutchman and new Liverpool coach Arne Slot, who knows Gakpo's talents all too well, as explained by Theo Squires last month before Jurgen Klopp's successor was officially named...
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Kieran Horn
Brutal Yoro transfer update
Liverpool have been sent a clear Leny Yoro transfer message with Real Madrid frontrunners for his signature.
A £42.3million bid from an unnamed Premier League club was rejected by Lille on Saturday with an update from RMC journalist Fabrice Hawkins proving Madrid's transfer advantage.
He has stated that Yoro's price will be around €50million (£42.3m), add-ons included, with that fee exactly the same as what was offered and rejected, further showcasing because the offer was not from Spain, it would not be accepted with the French club already coming to terms the teenager will leave this summer.
Kieran Horn
Klopp has already decided on next move
It’s been four weeks since Jurgen Klopp took charge of his last match as Liverpool manager - and the German is already enjoying quite the summer!
He returned to Liverpool for ‘An evening with Jurgen Klopp’ at the M&S Bank Arena and was back at Anfield earlier this week for the first concert of Taylor Swift’s three-day Eras tour at the Reds’ famous ground.
Just 24 hours later, he was in Munich for the opening match of Euro 2024 as Germany thrashed Scotland 5-1 to start the tournament in style. Klopp also attended the Champions League final at Wembley earlier this month as former club Borussia Dortmund lost 2-0 to Real Madrid.
Click here to read what Klopp has said on his future and where his next move could be
Kieran Horn
Olmo has already given Liverpool transfer verdict
Liverpool links to Dani Olmo have resurfaced with the RB Leipzig star in action for Spain at Euro 2024.
Before the tournament kicked off, when asked about his future, Olmo told Mundo Deportivo: "I am calm and focused on what is coming, which is the Euro Cup, which is no small thing.
“It is clear that it is good to see your name related to great teams in Europe and the world, that motivates me, but I am focused on the Euro and I hope we can return with the trophy. Then we'll see.
"It's nice to see your name related to the greats, but I insist, it's nothing that bothers me. I am focused on the field and then whatever has to be, will be."
Kieran Horn
Gakpo message to Slot
Cody Gakpo looked very bright in the opening stages of the Netherlands' clash against Poland.
Though his side went behind, Gakpo continued threatening down the left and was eventually rewarded for his work with a deflected shot finding its way into the back of the net.
With Gakpo playing in a number of roles since his transfer to Liverpool, it has seemingly become very clear what his best position is with starts on the left towards the end of the season showcasing his qualities.
Kieran Horn
Gerrard reunites with Liverpool man
John Achterberg has officially been confirmed as Al-Ettifaq’s new goalkeeping coach, reuniting with Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard in the process.
The Dutchman, who left the Reds at the end of the season, was already known to be joining the Saudi Pro League side after Jurgen Klopp let slip in his final pre-match press conferences. But Ettifaq have now announced the former Liverpool coach’s arrival themselves.
Kieran Horn
Diaz involved in mass brawl
Luis Diaz was on the receiving end of a horror challenge that prompted a mass brawl and two red cards during Colombia’s final game before Copa America.
The 24-year-old, who has been linked to Barcelona, played the full 90 minutes of his nation's clash against Bolivia which saw him pick up a goal and assist.
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Kieran Horn
Xavi Simons 'contact'
Paris Saint-Germain star Xavi Simons is attracting serious interest from across Europe.
According to French outlet L'Equipe, Bayern Munich, Arsenal, Manchester United and Manchester City have all contacted PSG over a potential signing of Xavi Simons.
However the French club do not intend to sell the player this summer and will most likely loan him out again. With Liverpool not listed as an interested club, they will be thankful that the 21-year-old is not sealing a permanent move to the Premier League.
However with Virgil van Dijk as his international teammate, the Liverpool captain could play a role in Simons one day arriving at Anfield if interest from Liverpool does arrive.
Kieran Horn
Long-term Liverpool target given transfer green light
Adam Hlozek could leave Bayer Leverkusen in this summer's transfer window following the conclusion of Euro 2024, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano.
Liverpool were linked to the striker back in 2022 and though the 21-year-old has struggled for minutes under Xabi Alonso, the Reds could re-activate their interest.
Kieran Horn
Man United join Inacio transfer race
Manchester United are considering Goncalo Inacio as a potential transfer this summer, as per the Mirror.
Liverpool have shown a keen interest in the Sporting CP defender with Arne Slot requesting he be made the club's primary transfer target.
The 22-year-old's £50million release clause could be considered too much for United though, with Liverpool's advantage therefore clear
Kieran Horn
Real Madrid's 'special appreciation' for Liverpool target Wirtz
Real Madrid appear intent on beating Liverpool to the signing of Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen.
According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, Los Blancos have a special appreciation for Wirtz as they believe he has the Real Madrid style.
Talk of an agreement with Madrid was quickly rubbished but it is clear that the European champions want to sign Wirtz.
Kieran Horn
Talks held with Liverpool target
Liverpool have been linked to Feyenoord star Mats Wieffer with Arne Slot eyeing a potential reunion.
However interest from elsewhere could scupper that with Italian outlet Corriere dello Sport noting that AC Milan have contacted Wieffer’s camp already, with further talks expected in the coming days.
The midfielder could be in action today for the Netherlands at Euro 2024 with the battle for his signature likely to go on for the next few weeks.
Kieran Horn
Chiesa transfer audition
Federico Chiesa starred for Italy in their 2-1 win Euro 2024 victory against Albania on Saturday evening.
Though the 26-year-old did not pick up a goal contribution, he was named UEFA's player of the match after creating two big chances and securing five ball recoveries.
He was also bright in the final third with three shots attempted with one of those just flying past the post after some excellent work to win back possession.
Kieran Horn
Inacio transfer 'request'
Arne Slot has requested that Goncalo Inacio will be Liverpool's primary transfer target this summer, as per Caught Offside.
Interest from Merseyside has been present for some time with the 22-year-old choosing to remain at Sporting CP due to personal reasons. However, that stance looks to have now changed with the Portugal international, set to represent his country at Euro 2024, open to a Premier League move.
