There has been widespread speculation that the Reds intend to add two more midfielders to their roster during this transfer window after signing Alexis Mac Allister. Manu Kone and Thuram have recently emerged as significant targets after being linked with moves to Anfield over the past few months.
Liverpool reportedly increased their efforts to get Thuram this summer and have already verbally agreed on the personal terms with him, according to the report by Football Transfers.
According to the source, Nice and the Merseyside club have begun formal discussions to capture the services of the French midfielder, who is eager to join Jurgen Klopp’s squad.
According to Football Transfers, the French team wants a cost of approximately £51 million ($60 million) to let its star player depart, so it appears Liverpool will have to spend a lot of money to recruit the 22-year-old.
Thuram to Liverpool
In any potential deal for Thuram, however, the source claims that Liverpool will face stiff competition from Newcastle United and PSG since they are also planning a bid for him.
The 22-year-old’s current deal still has two years left, putting Nice in a great position to demand a high price if they are forced to sell this summer.
For the duration of an entire game, Klopp loves to use a hard-working midfield trio in a 4-3-3 formation because he enjoys playing a high-pressing brand of football.
Thuram might be the perfect addition for Klopp’s system because he is quick, strong, technically sound, and capable of playing passes between the lines. He can also dribble past defenders on the other team in confined spaces and help defensively.
The Frenchman is a very gifted athlete who has the ability to develop into a top-tier midfielder in the future. So, if Liverpool is able to secure a deal for him, he would be a great addition.
It will be intriguing to watch if the Merseyside club ultimately decides to sign Thuram to strengthen their engine room during this summer’s transfer season.