Former Premier League striker Garth Crooks believes Liverpool should make a move for Southampton star James Ward-Prowse.
The 27-year-old has become somewhat of a stalwart on the south coast despite continued impressive top-flight returns.
Meanwhile, Reds manager Jurgen Klopp has faced numerous midfield dilemmas this season due to persistent injuries in the department.
Crooks told BBC Sport that the Anfield club would be wise to finally attempt to sign the technically gifted Englishman.
The free-kick scored by Southampton’s James Ward-Prowse against Wolves was outstanding, though. How long are Liverpool going to wait to buy Ward-Prowse? They allowed Georginio Wijnaldum to leave on a free transfer and are struggling in that midfield department. Ward-Prowse would fit like a glove.
This season Ward-Prowse has earned a superb 7.22 average Sofascore rating from 19 league outings.
Following that stunning free-kick, the nine-cap England man has six goals and five assists in 22 appearances across all competitions.
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Valued at £28.8million and under a long-term contract until 2026 at St Mary’s (Transfermarkt), signing the Portsmouth-born midfielder would be an expensive venture for the Reds.
Albeit a proven operator at the elite level, the time for a big move may already have come and gone for Ward-Prowse.
Whilst the ace’s quality would be a welcome addition to Klopp’s squad, with Trent Alexander-Arnold ready in situ on set-piece duty one of the ace’s biggest assets would be underused as a Liverpool player.
