Liverpool transfer news: sources claim an offer is being readied for Chile winger Dario Osorio and a decision has been reached on how much FSG is willing to pay for Khephren Thuram.
Liverpool is never afraid to take a chance on young players. The FSG methodology, as evidenced by Michael Edwards and his team’s talent identification, appears to be leading the Reds to another exciting arrival.
According to reports in South America, Liverpool is planning to bid for promising Chilean winger Dario Osorio. The 20-year-old would be a player for the future, but he would be an intriguing addition after only one season in European football with Danish club Midtjylland.
Meanwhile, Liverpool is still linked with numerous midfielders. While it appears that speculations of a move for Atalanta’s Ederson were inaccurate, other names may be on Richard Hughes’ radar in his first few weeks as sporting director.
With less than a week until the transfer window opens on June 14, the rumor mill is in overdrive, with Liverpool reportedly in talks to sell defender Sepp van den Berg permanently to Mainz.
Here’s the Liverpool.com take on the latest transfer rumors surrounding the Reds today, including a decision on a move for Khephren Thuram and the latest on Dario Osario.
Khephren Thuram (Nice).
Liverpool has apparently agreed to make an offer of roughly $48 million (£38 million/€45 million) for Khephren Thuram. The OGC Nice midfielder has been linked with a move to Liverpool, although other Premier League clubs also intrigued.
According to Fichajes, Liverpool is eager to secure his services despite the competition. He has caught the eye in Ligue 1 with solid performances and could be a good fit for new manager Arne Slot’s plans to rebuild the Reds’ midfield.
Despite speculations about how much Liverpool will offer, Nice may not be ready to let him go at that price. However, it is reported that the 22-year-old will be ‘tempted’ to join one of the world’s best teams.
According to Liverpool.com, Thuram is highly rated, and the club is still looking to enhance its midfield. He appears to be a player with the attributes to fit in well under Slot, and at a reasonable price, he could be a good addition.
Dario Osorio (MidtJylland)
Liverpool is reportedly contemplating a ‘significant bid’ for Chilean international winger Dario Osorio. The 20-year-old, who signed with Danish club Midtjylland from his native Universidade de Chile last summer, has impressed in his maiden season in Europe.
According to Chilean publication La Tercera, he may already be prepared for another major move after gaining the attention of Liverpool scouts. Liverpool is reportedly poised to make a bid of roughly $10 million (£7.86 million/€9.26 million) to recruit him.
“You’ll understand that we can’t comment on potential offers for our players. We cannot make any progress. Simply clear, this is not how we operate,” sports director Ove Pederson stated. “I can only tell you that Darío Osorio is a great player and has had a great season.”
According to Liverpool.com, Osorio’s interest appears to be interesting. He was on the verge of signing Wolves in the Premier League before joining Midtjylland and is sure to have a large fan base. With an opportunity to showcase himself in the shop window during this summer’s Copa America, Liverpool should act quickly if it wants to make a deal.
At 20 years old, he would most likely not be ready to play a significant role in the first team straight immediately. But Michael Edwards and FSG are very skilled at identifying young potential, and you’d have to accept their assessment of Osorio as a future prospect if they decide to pursue a move.
