Liverpool are back in pre-season training and have welcomed Ibrahima Konate to the squad with open arms.
The French central defender is currently the only summer arrival having signed from RB Leipzig for £36million at the start of the transfer window.
Linked with a host of central midfielders to replace Gini Wijnaldum, the Reds are expected to do more business before the start of the season.
Reputable journalist Fabrizio Romano has given his verdict on his Twitch channel, as cited by Football Transfers on Twitter, as to the positional priorities at Anfield.
Twitter:
“Liverpool are thinking of signing wingers first because they will lose both Salah
and Mane
for AFCON. Sign… https://t.co/PlkBvnF6Q6 (@Transferzone00)
Romano also claimed the Reds are looking to sell Xherdan Shaqiri and Divock Origi before suggesting a midfielder would follow an attacking addition.
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As the current squad stands, Klopp would not feel comfortable without Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane for any number of games.
Albeit the arrival of Diogo Jota last summer strengthened the ranks no end, more is required in order to maintain a charge at major honours next term.
Ideally, a versatile winger, capable of operating on both wings and centrally if required would be the perfect solution to offer Klopp maximum cover in the department.
Jota himself fills those roles and was an under the radar arrival – could the club be lining up something similar…
