Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Florian Neuhaus has opted to play down recent speculation linking him with a move to Liverpool at the end of the season.
German publication Kicker linked the Reds with a summer swoop for the 23-year-old, but in an interview with the same outlet, Neuhaus was adamant that his main focus remains on the Bundesliga club, saying: “I have a contract until 2024 and I have very big goals for this season, that’s what I’m concentrating on now. [Transfer talk] is really not a big issue for me now.”
Neuhaus has enjoyed a prominent role in Monchengladbach’s season, appearing 30 times in all competitions and contributing six goals and six assists along the way. A playmaking midfielder, the thrice-capped German international was hailed has an ‘extraordinary footballer’ by his current manager Marco Rose.
There was some hope for Liverpool’s pursuit, though, as the Monchengladbach ace confirmed that he “can’t say what will happen [in the summer]”.
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Liverpool could be forced into the market for a replacement for Gini Wijnaldum at the end of the season, and Neuhaus’ reported €40m (£34.6m) release clause makes him an attractive proposition.
The Reds have lacked goals from midfield in recent times, relying heavily on the front three in that department. Signing the German could be a step in the right direction towards the next stage in the development of Jurgen Klopp’s squad.
