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Journalist: Liverpool Will Beat Rivals With Their €45 Million Bid for a Center-Back
0 June 30, 2024
By Usman Akhtar
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Admiring Liverpool’s Potential Center-Back Among Defensive Fears
Liverpool’s pursuit of Odilon Kossounou of Bayer Leverkusen has marked a dramatic shift in their efforts to strengthen their defensive line. The Reds are eager to sign the 23-year-old Ivorian centre back, possibly surpassing Manchester United in the process, as James Richardson of TeamTalk reported.
Taking Care of Defensive Depth Liverpool’s defensive problems have been discussed for a while now. Despite being a good player, Virgil van Dijk is not getting any younger, and Joel Matip’s impending exit as a free agent makes the situation much more urgent. Due to Joe Gomez’s mobility and Ibrahima Konate’s tendency to sustain injuries, Jürgen Klopp has few choices when it comes to a dependable center-back duo.
The Up-and-Coming Star: Odilon Kossounou Kossounou has shown himself to be a credible contender to take this position. He is a well-known player who possesses the quickness and ball-playing skills Liverpool looks for in a defender. The Daily Briefing claims that Kossounou’s unwillingness to extend his Bayer Leverkusen contract has made a move more likely. Liverpool might try to negotiate a price of about €45 million, which is what the German team could be willing to give away.
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Following scouting missions, Kossounou is highly regarded by both Man United and Newcastle. It is understood that these two clubs could also seriously consider making moves for the 23-year-old as he appears to be a realistic and available option for a fee deemed “affordable,” according to sources, Richardson writes.
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Market Competition
Newcastle and Manchester United are also involved, emphasising how competitive this transfer drama is. United may take Kossounou into consideration as a potential replacement due to their dissatisfaction with Everton’s £70 million valuation of Jarrad Branthwaite. But Liverpool seems to be in the lead, capitalising on their long-term requirement for a Van Dijk replacement.
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“The Daily Briefing has been informed by sources closely familiar with Odilon Kossounou’s circumstances that there is substantial interest in the Bayer Leverkusen defender, with Liverpool ranking the Ivory Coast international close to the top of their list of targets,” the report adds.
bolstering Liverpool’s pursuit of the championship
Liverpool should have done better defensively last season, but they still had one of the best records in the Premier League. They gave up 41 goals. Their chances of winning the title may depend on adding a youthful, adaptable defender like Kossounou to the backline.
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Richardson describes Kossounou as a talented young centre back who can play as a fullback when necessary. He is very skilled at playing with the ball at his feet. More tactical alternatives would be available to Klopp with this freedom, especially considering the physical demands of the Premier League and the requirement for team rotation.
monetary considerations
Although the €45 million quoted charge sounds high, there is conjecture that this could be €10–€15 million more than Kossounou’s market value. Liverpool’s ability to negotiate will be put to the test as they try to reach an agreement that fits with their budgetary plan.
Richardson notes that there is a notion that Liverpool may want to reduce the €45 million fee because it is roughly €10–€15 million more than Kossounou’s market value. A smaller amount would be a major coup given the Reds’ cautious attitude in the transfer market.
The fact that Liverpool is pursuing Odilon Kossounou shows how serious they are about fortifying their defence and maintaining their elite level of competitiveness. Securing the Ivorian center-back could be crucial in their pursuit of both home and European glory as they negotiate a congested transfer market. Kossounou’s next destination will be determined in the upcoming weeks, as Newcastle and Manchester United are also in the running.
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