Liverpool is apparently strategizing significant alterations to their attacking squad next summer, concentrating on prospective transfers that might rejuvenate the team under new manager Arne Slot. Viktor Gyokeres and Nico Williams are among the candidates being evaluated as potential substitutes for Darwin Nunez and Mohamed Salah.
Sources indicate that Liverpool is considering wide strikers, including Spain international Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao and Leroy Sane from Bayern Munich. Sane’s contract with Bayern Munich is scheduled to terminate next summer, positioning him as a potential target amid uncertainty around Salah’s future at Anfield. As the Egyptian star’s contract concludes at the season’s conclusion, Liverpool is bracing for the potential that he may not renew his agreement.
The Merseyside club has expressed interest in Newcastle United’s Anthony Gordon as a possible candidate for the wide position. Nevertheless, the club has allegedly redirected its attention after concluding that Gordon’s valuation was too elevated during the last transfer window. Conversely, Newcastle is anticipated to commence negotiations for contract renewal with the young England international.
Although Nunez retains the support of manager Arne Slot, there is a prevailing sentiment within the club that his erratic results throughout his initial two seasons may pave the way for a successor at the conclusion of this campaign. If the Uruguayan striker does not demonstrate substantial development, Liverpool will probably consider alternative candidates for the central striker position.
A primary candidate to perhaps succeed Nunez is Viktor Gyokeres, the striker from Sporting Lisbon. The Swedish forward has exhibited exceptional performance this season, attracting interest from other prominent clubs, including Liverpool. The club considers Gyokeres a priority acquisition, and his notable goal-scoring record renders him an attractive candidate to spearhead the attack. Considering his performances, it appears inevitable that Gyokeres will transfer to a larger club, with Liverpool allegedly monitoring his circumstances closely.
Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins is another striker esteemed by prominent individuals at Liverpool. Watkins is regarded as a less viable target owing to his existing contract and elevated asking price from Villa Park.
The potential loss of Salah would undeniably constitute a substantial setback for Liverpool. Nonetheless, the club may perceive this as an opportunity to completely revitalize their offensive lineup, possibly transferring Nunez as well. Slot might then collaborate with a revamped front line comprising Gyokeres and Williams, regarded as optimal long-term solutions, despite the probable difficulties in securing these transfers.
