Liverpool have seemingly become embroiled in a transfer saga over Red Bull Salzburg striker Patson Daka.
A topic of much speculation, the Zambian has been given time away from international duty to sort an uncertain club future.
Despite reportedly being close to an Anfield arrival, nothing concrete has materialised as of yet and there remains plenty of conjecture.
However, the 22-year-old isn’t short on options, as the Reds can testify with competition from Chelsea, West Ham, Manchester United and Manchester City already evident.
Now, according to a fresh report from the Daily Mirror, as cited by the Liverpool Echo on Twitter, Leicester are emerging as strong contenders for Daka’s signature.
Twitter: Liverpool facing tougher competition for Patson Daka signing according to reports
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It is claimed that the Zambian striker may cost as little as £17million this summer – alerting the Foxes to the possibility of landing a bargain long-term Jamie Vardy replacement.
The interest in Daka comes as no surprise after the 22-cap star enjoyed a phenomenal 2020/21 campaign – scoring 34 goals and registering 12 assists in 42 outings.
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Valued at £19.8million and under contract until 2024 in Austria (Transfermarkt), it is widely expected Daka will make a big move this summer.
Crowned the 2017 young African player of the year and recently awarded the Austrian Bundesliga player of the season, the speedy number nine was described as a ‘fantastic player’ by manager Jesse Marsch.
Were Liverpool able to beat the competition and sign Daka as a potential Divock Origi replacement, it would be regarded as shrewd business from the Reds.
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