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Liverpool are now prepared to make an offer for AS Monaco star Maghnes Akliouche, who is also being targeted by Paris Saint-Germain.
The Reds have been ramping up their pursuit of a new forward, and they are set for talks to sign PSG star Bradley Barcola on Monday, with a formal bid now imminent.
However, the 23-year-old isn't the only Ligue 1 star in their sights, with Akliouche, who registered six goals and seven assists in 31 league appearances for Monaco last season, also of interest.
The 24-year-old has been one of Monaco's key players for quite some time, receiving plaudits from beIN Sports presenter Matt Spiro courtesy of his performance against Benfica in the 2024-25 Champions League.
Spiro said: "Maghnes Akliouche exceptional in that first half. There's something of Zidane in the way he glides through tackles, always in control of the football, and invariably picks the right pass. A joy to watch."
The 24-year-old's ability to pick out the correct pass is also showcased by the fact he created 44 chances in Ligue 1 last season, which was nine more than any other member of the Monaco squad.
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Following Mohamed Salah's departure, Andoni Iraola's side need to bring in a new right-winger. Akliouche has regularly featured on that flank during his career to date, whereas Barcola is more suited to playing on the left-wing. |
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The Monaco playmaker is also more versatile, given that he is capable of playing through the middle. Florian Wirtz didn't exactly set the world alight during his debut campaign on Merseyside, picking up just five goals and four assists in the Premier League, and Akliouche's ability to play in the number 10 role means he could be a viable alternative. |
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A deal for the France international could set the Reds back around £60m, whereas the PSG forward is likely to be much more expensive. The European champions are hoping to hold out for £145m, which would make him the most expensive signing in Premier League history. |
Liverpool "ready" to submit bid for Maghnes Akliouche
According to Foot Mercato, Liverpool are now "ready" to make an offer for Akliouche, and they are willing to offer Monaco a higher fee than PSG.
However, the Monaco academy graduate has his heart set on a move to the French capital, and PSG remain in talks, so it could be difficult for FSG to orchestrate a deal.
Liverpool rivalling Arsenal for Vinicius Junior
Reuters/Nathan Ray SeebeckArsenal have recently surged into the race for Vinicius Junior, but Liverpool could provide competition in the race for the Real Madrid star, who has less than one year remaining on his contract.
Contact has been made regarding a deal for the Brazilian, who could be signed as an alternative to RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande, with the Ivorian widely reported to be closing in on a move to Real Madrid.
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