Liverpool are expected to enter the summer transfer window in search of a successor to Mohamed Salah, with several versatile wingers emerging as potential replacements who could rebuild the club’s attack following the Egyptian star’s expected departure.
Due to the uncertainty surrounding production from their current wide range of options, Liverpool are prioritizing players who can play on either flank while providing consistent goals and creativity under manager Arne Slott.
Michael Olise heads the list of potential targets. The Bayern Munich winger has developed into one of Europe’s most dangerous right-sided attackers and would be a strong signing as well as a direct replacement for Salah.
However, it would likely take the club’s biggest-ever transfer fee to lure him away from Bayern, where he is under contract until 2029.
Anthony Gordon, who has Premier League experience, is also an option. Although his domestic performance hasn’t been great this season, the Newcastle United forward made an impression with his strong goal-scoring display in the UEFA Champions League.
His long-term contract until 2030 could complicate negotiations, especially given recent transfer deals between the clubs.
Young wide talent is also attracting Liverpool’s attention.
Liverpool are also interested in signing a younger, high-upside winger with potential for long-term development.
RB Leipzig’s Yann Diomande has attracted a lot of attention as he has played in 25 Bundesliga games, scoring 10 goals and providing 5 assists. Comfortable playing on either wing, the Ivorian international’s versatility and form have reportedly led to his valuation reaching $87 million.
Belgian winger Johan Bakayoko, now at RB Leipzig after leaving PSV, could still be a new target despite having limited impact due to injury this season. The 22-year-old is considered a developing prospect who could grow into a starting role over time.
Meanwhile, Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams continues to be admired within Liverpool. He has previously shown little interest in leaving Spain and recently committed his future to Bilbao, but reports suggest the club could consider an offer, potentially opening the door to a move again.
Liverpool face a major transition in attack
Replacing Salah’s production would represent one of Liverpool’s biggest team decisions in recent years. As well as filling a right-sided role, the club are also looking for attacking flexibility due to the inconsistent output from their current options on the left.
As the transfer window approaches, Liverpool’s pursuit of a versatile winger to match Salah’s influence is expected to be one of the defining storylines of the summer market.
