“Genuinely Shøcked”: Daniel Sturridge Stunned That Liverpool Could Be About to Sign “Top-tier” Player Before Transfer Deadline
For much of the summer transfer window, Liverpool have remained relatively quiet, with no significant business transactions taking place.
However, as the final days of the window approach, Arne Slot might be preparing to make some last-minute adjustments to his squad. One potential deal, in particular, has caught Daniel Sturridge by surprise.
As the window draws to a close on Friday, clubs are scrambling like last-minute Christmas shoppers, with Liverpool involved in both potential signings and departures.
Looking at confirmed moves, Liverpool have signed goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia. However, the club immediately loaned him back to the Spanish side.
This signing is a long-term investment, with Liverpool fans eager to see Mamardashvili in action in the years to come.
In the short term, Liverpool supporters are hoping for some exciting additions to their current squad. They might soon have their wish fulfilled.
If you were to ask those at Anfield, they would likely express a desire to bring in a number six, a position they view as a potential area of concern.
However, after being turned down by Martin Zubimendi, Liverpool have shifted their focus away from that position, opting instead to look further up the field.
With Mohamed Salah, who has been linked to Saudi Arabia, entering the final 12 months of his contract, there is growing concern that he may leave the club on a free transfer.
Should that happen, Liverpool would need a replacement, and Italy international and Euro 2020 winner Federico Chiesa might be the one to fill that role.
Sturridge took to Twitter to express his astonishment, calling it a ‘top-tier’ signing if the deal for Chiesa is completed.
Liverpool are reportedly set to secure Chiesa in a £12.5 million deal, leaving Sturridge ‘genuinely shocked’ by the quality of the player expected to join the club.
Federico Chiesa Transfer Fee
“Chiesa to Liverpool is a top-tier signing,” wrote Sturridge. “Really good 1v1 , pace, tenacious and can finish.
“Genuinely shocked at the price tag. Mike and Jools strike again lol…”
Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool Future
Salah has had a strong start under Slot, which is expected given his status as one of the Premier League’s top forwards—his talent is undeniable.
Although his performance at the end of last season was disappointing, he wasn’t alone in the Liverpool squad in experiencing a dip in form.
At 32, the club might be tempted to let Salah leave on a free transfer next summer without offering a new contract.
However, that would be a significant error, as Salah remains in excellent physical condition and continues to be a decisive player for the team.
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