Liverpool’s concern that centre-back Ibrahima Connate could be seduced by Real Madrid is fueled by Crystal Palace captain Mark Guech’s pursuit before the transfer window closes.
This situation reflects the drama of Trent Alexander Arnold running down his contract before making a £8.5 million move to the Bernabéu early this summer ahead of the Club World Cup, with Anfield insiders believing Conate will follow in the footsteps of the fullback and become a free agent in response to the summer.
Unlike Alexander Arnold, however, the 25-year-old French International is prioritizing prioritizing signing England’s star Guech as much as securing Newcastle’s £150 million rated advance Alexander Isaac by the deadline on Monday night.
With two goals admitted in each of the opening two Premier League matches and Conate’s performance against both Bournemouth and Newcastle sparking concerns at Anfield, the champions will step up their efforts to secure both Isaac and Guehi within the next 24 hours.
The palace captain also refuses to sign a new deal, as there is less than a year left in the current contract.
Liverpool is reluctant to fire more than £30 million at the age of 25, especially considering that they could lose Conate next summer, just four years after paying RB Leipzig.
The Merseyside Club has turned down Italian defender Giovan Nileoni from Parma this summer for a cool £26 million.
However, Slot, along with Captain Virgil van Dik, is keen to add more experience to his defense.
Given Joe Gomez’s continued struggle after Achilles’ problems occurred during Liverpool’s pre-season Asia tour, it is believed that Guech could maintain his Premier League title and strengthen his chances of running a strong Champions League.
The Palace is believed to be willing to negotiate Manuel Akanji of Manchester City on the radar to secure a replacement.
Conate has the opportunity to prove that his early slump is merely a blip when Liverpool takes on title contender Arsenal at Anfield.
Arsenal’s new £67 million £100,000 Viktor Gykores found his stride with a brace last weekend in Leeds thrashing, following his inactive debut against Manchester United.
Liverpool had to rely on slow goals to secure a victory at Bournemouth and 10 Newcastle after wasting the lead in both matches – slots are managers who value defensive stability.
