Wayne Veysey

Tue 13 August 2024 10:02, UK

Liverpool boss Arne Slott is pushing the club’s sporting director Richard Hughes to sign a proven midfield star, sources have told Football Insider.

This comes after a deal for Martin Zubimendi collapsed, as the 25-year-old opted to stay at Real Sociedad rather than accept Liverpool’s offer.

The decision is a huge blow to Slot, as he wants a top-class number six who can control the midfield in his team.

Slot has now informed Hughes that he wants an alternative to be found before the 31st August cut-off.

Adrien Rabiot is one option that is being considered, as he is currently available as a free agent after his deal with Juventus expired earlier this summer.

Football Insider revealed on 8 August that the Reds had registered an interest in Rabiot in case their Zubimendi move collapsed, which has now happened.

Liverpool still wants midfield reinforcements despite Martin Zubimendi failure

Preliminary discussions have already occurred between Liverpool and Rabiot, and it’s believed a late deal could happen.

Liverpool were preparing to tell Wataru Endo that he would be free to find a new club if they succeed in signing a replacement this month.

After Zubimendi’s deal didn’t work out, Endo could have a future with the Premier League giants if Slot can’t find another option.

One player Slot won’t need to replace this summer is Mohamed Salah, who is set to stay at Anfield.

Football Insider revealed the Egypt international is in no rush to leave the club, despite interest from Saudi Arabia.

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