According to media sources, Liverpool are leading the race to recruit Atalanta’s Teun Koopmeiners.
The Reds are first and foremost focused on selecting a new manager, and Dutch manager Arne Slot has already stated his confidence in joining the Anfield club (ESPN).
According to yesterday’s edition of La Gazzetta Dello Sport (news image below), Liverpool are ‘above all’ in the hunt to recruit Koopmeiners.
The Netherlands international is high on Juventus’ desire list, but two things may be ‘frightening’ for the Old Lady.
Atalanta is demanding a sum of £51.5 million (60 million euros) for the versatile midfielder.
Second, the Bianconeri are concerned about the competition from Premier League clubs, particularly Liverpool.
Koopmeiners can play the No.6, No.8, and No.10 positions in the centre and has been in excellent form this season.
So far, he has 14 goals and 5 assists in all competitions for the Serie A club. Liverpool expected similar results from Szoboszlai, who has been average recently.
Last night, the former Ajax midfielder scored the game’s first goal against Fiorentina, advancing Atalanta to the Coppa Italia final.
Not to mention his 180-minute appearance in the Europa League quarterfinals, where La Dea eliminated Liverpool.
Arne Slot is a successful Dutch manager, and his presence might make the Reds an appealing option for Koopmeiners, who will join compatriots Van Dijk, Gakpo, and Gravenberch at Anfield.
In your opinion, should Liverpool bid £51.5 million to capture Teun Koopmeiners?