Liverpool tries to move forward. After the tragic disappearance of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva in a road accident in Spain, the residents of Anfield found the grounds this weekend during a friendly match against Preston North End. The opportunity to pay a new tribute to the Portuguese since the supporters of the two teams notably sang the famous «You’ll Never Walk Alone» had a minute of silence. In this necessarily particular context, the Mersey club won 3 to 1 with goals signed Conor Bradley (33rd), Darwin Nuñez (53rd) and Cody Gakpo (88th).
Regarding the Uruguayan striker, a departure is still topical this summer. Indeed, Naples always grows behind the scenes to attach the services of Darwin Nuñez. But the Partenopei must still convince the Reds, who claim € 70 million for their player. The last Neapolitan offer was around € 43 million. The discussions continue but we can say that the LFC is not closed for it. Especially since behind the scenes, the English scrutinize the attacker's market with interest. In recent months, the names of Alexander Isak (Newcastle), Hugo Ekitike (Eintracht Frankfurt) and Ademola Lookman (Atalanta) have been cited.
Liverpool chats for Mateta
This Monday, we can add another name to this short-list. According to our information, Liverpool is closely interested in Jean-Philippe Mateta (28 years old). There was a contact on the part of the Champions of England concerning him, we were said to be. Mateta and his agent have also met representatives of Liverpool. Under contract until 2027 with Crystal Palace, the Frenchman, who passed in particular by Olympique Lyonnais, has the advantage of knowing the Premier League perfectly. Last season, this center-forward with a specific profile found the net 17 times in 43 games in all competitions. He also delivered 4 assists.
All this did not escape the club trained by Arne Slot, especially as he remains only two years of contract with the Eagles. Its price should also be more affordable than that of other 9 -span n ° 9, for which we approach the € 100 million bar or more. For the Frenchy author of 5 goals in 6 games in the last Paris Olympics, some English media speak of around € 50 million. Others believe that you will have to get closer to the € 60 million. Crystal Palace, which could be tempted to sell it, should see this interest in a good eye. Liverpool will still have to go to the offensive quickly, since Manchester United is a candidate for the signing of Mateta.
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