Sky Sports: Liverpool in Contact with Agents of £75m French “M0ñstēr” Over Anfield Move
Liverpool manager Arne Slot may attempt to secure a deal for RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba during the summer transfer window, according to reports.
Scouts from the club have reportedly provided ‘positive’ feedback on the Frenchman following his impressive emergence in the Bundesliga.
Slot made minimal signings during the previous summer window, with Federico Chiesa arriving from Juventus for approximately £11 million.
Although Valencia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili is expected to join in the summer, Slot has largely relied on an unchanged squad throughout his tenure at Anfield.
However, after moving closer to the Premier League title on Sunday, he could be granted significant funds to strengthen the team, with Lukeba believed to be among his potential targets.
Liverpool ‘Write Positive Report’ on Lukeba
According to Sky Sports‘ Sacha Tavolieri, Castello Lukeba could be the next high-profile player to leave RB Leipzig following a series of impressive performances this season, with the Premier League emerging as the primary destination for his services.
| Castello Lukeba’s Bundesliga statistics – RB Leipzig squad ranking | ||
|---|---|---|
| Stats | Output | Squad rank |
| Appearances | 13 | =16th |
| Aerial Duels Won Per Game | 1.2 | =5th |
| Tackles Per Game | 1.8 | 2nd |
| Clearances Per Game | 3.3 | 3rd |
| Match rating | 6.91 | 6th |
Castello Lukeba has delivered consistently strong performances in recent weeks, and as a left-footed centre-back—a rare asset in modern football—he has become an attractive target for top-flight clubs.
He has previously been described as a “monster” by X account @CounterPressers, further highlighting his defensive prowess.
Liverpool have reportedly compiled ‘positive’ reports on Lukeba after monitoring his displays in the Bundesliga. With Joe Gomez sidelined due to injury and Virgil van Dijk’s contract situation still unresolved, the club may need to take proactive steps to secure defensive reinforcements and ensure future success.
Despite being sidelined with a hamstring injury earlier this season, Lukeba’s return to the starting lineup has been impactful. Since his comeback, RB Leipzig have kept three clean sheets in four Bundesliga matches, compared to just one clean sheet in the seven games he missed—a statistic that underscores his influence on the team’s defensive solidity.
Interest in Lukeba remains strong despite his injury concerns. However, Liverpool have been warned that securing the former Lyon star will require meeting his release clause of nearly €90 million (£75 million).
Reports suggest that the club has already ‘established’ contact with Lukeba’s representatives, raising the possibility that Arne Slot could push for a deal ahead of the summer transfer window.
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