Leeds United will be looking to get one more win before the international break as they take on Blackburn Rovers in the Sky Bet Championship this weekend.
The Whites have started this season well and certainly look one of the sides to beat once again in the second tier with the way they have been playing their football.
Marcelo Bielsa and his side have bounced back from losing out in the play-offs to Derby County last season and, along with West Brom, seem the most capable of winning the title right now.
Excitement off of the pitch continues to grow, too, with continued chat about QSI potentially investing in the club – with them the current owners of French side PSG.
Indeed, Phil Hay has provided this update that should excite Whites fans further:
Nothing is concrete right now, but it is clear that the Whites are potentially in line for a cash windfall at some point.
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Richard Sutcliffe, of The Athletic, has been swooning over David McGoldrick’s involvement in George Baldock’s goal during Sheffield United’s 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur.
What did he say?
McGoldrick’s goal being disallowed following a lengthy VAR check was, understandably, among the biggest talking points of Sheffield United’s match against Spurs, as he was adjudged to be millimetres offside.
While many fans were left with a lasting sense of fury regarding the decision, as shown in The Athletic’s discussion section, McGoldrick managed to keep his head, eventually playing a key role in his side getting the equaliser.
While he did speak about the questioned decision, Sutcliffe also wanted to point out how impressive this contribution was:
“Away from VAR, thought there were some very good displays. McGoldrick’s work for the goal was brilliant. Willing to stay patient near halfway, passing to teammates and accepting return pass….before then darting past his man, exchanging passes with Fleck and rolling pass to Baldock. Brilliant.”
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Sums up his season
This tells the story of McGoldrick’s season so far. He may have failed to score – which is often seen as a sign of an underperforming frontman – but he has still been able to make an impact for Chris Wilder’s side.
There are signs from his statistics that he has been a useful asset, winning 2.2 aerial duels per game, as well as averaging 1.6 dribbles, 0.7 key passes and even 1.8 tackles each match.
However, it is also how wholeheartedly the 31-year-old was defended from any negative comments that shows how important he is deemed to be by Wilder, as reported by The Yorkshire Post earlier this term, he said: “An international player… Any sort of negativity or criticism towards him is ridiculous because he gives everything for this football club and is brilliant for us.”
The contribution he has made this campaign may go unnoticed by many because he hasn’t been banging in the goals, but that won’t be the case among many within Bramall Lane.
Liverpool supporters have fallen head over heels for Arne Slot already, with the new era at Anfield spearheaded by the ex-Feyenoord boss starting on a fantastic footing.
Three wins from three in Premier League action means the confident Reds are tied at the top of the league with Pep Guardiola's Manchester City, who are – unsurprisingly – the only other unbeaten team in the division, but Slot's men do boast the fact they are yet to even leak a goal.
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot-1
Despite these staunch defensive displays, the transfer rumour mill seems to indicate that the Premier League title chasers are eyeing up this new centre-back, who could soon be available on a free transfer.
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ByStephan Georgiou Apr 22, 2025 Liverpool pondering free transfer
As has been reported by Caught Offside, Liverpool are keen on a potential deal to sign Bayer Leverkusen star Jonathan Tah, after the central defender nearly joined German giants Bayern Munich this summer.
With Virgil van Dijk's current deal at Anfield expiring next year, it makes sense that Slot and Co are keeping their options open as to who could join if the Dutch colossus does end up walking away from Liverpool.
Bayer Leverkusen'sJonathanTahin action with Atalanta's Luis Muriel
Likewise, back at Leverkusen, the reigning Bundesliga champions are unsure about Tah's future at the club with his contract up next year too, with the Reds tempted down the line to try and secure the 28-year-old on a free transfer.
It is noted that a dream move for the Leverkusen number four would be to join the Premier League, having been linked with a move to Newcastle United in the past, with the allure of the Reds far stronger than the Magpies.
How Tah can be the next Matip
Tah could end up being Liverpool's next Joel Matip, away from any talk about the Germany international being Van Dijk's successor, with Matip never looking back after exiting the Bundesliga himself for new pastures back in 2016 when Liverpool came calling.
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There are further similarities too, if Tah does end up making the leap to the Premier League, with Matip also joining on a free transfer after his Schalke deal had expired.
The 33-year-old defender would go on to lift a Champions League and a top-flight title during his decorated spell with the Reds, with 11 goals and six assists managed from 201 games, as Matip garnered the reputation for being a consistently steady and reliable option to have around the building.
Games played
31
Goals scored
4
Assists
1
Touches*
79.1
Accurate passes*
66.7 (95%)
Ball recoveries*
5.2
Clearances*
3.1
Total duels won*
2.9
Clean sheets
12
Tah has also proven his worth for Xabi Alonso's men as a source of goals, with four managed last season on the way to Alonso's side lifting the Bundesliga proudly aloft, on top of managing 12 important clean sheets too.
Calm on the ball with a 95% pass accuracy averaged per game, Tah does play in a similar way to Matip, who managed 49.8 accurate passes per game last season when he was thrown into action by the now-departed Jurgen Klopp in the Premier League.
Slot would have loved Tah being around on the opening day when he had to hook Jarell Quansah off at half-time versus Ipswich Town, with the 21-year-old nervous against the Tractor Boys.
On the contrary, the Leverkusen star – who stands at a towering 6 foot 5 frame – would have knocked Ipswich's confidence by imposing himself on to the contest, with one of his former teammates Christoph Kramer once referring to the 28-year-old defender as a "defensive battleship".
Jonathan Tah
Liverpool didn't go overboard in the recently closed transfer window with Federico Chiesa joining as the only real notable addition, but they could win themselves an excellent deal soon if they end up landing Tah for nothing, especially if he becomes as dependable as Matip used to be for the Reds.
Liverpool let teen leave for £0, now he's worth more than Diaz & Salah
It's been an interesting start to the Premier League campaign for Tottenham Hotspur this season.
Ange Postecoglou's side dominated against Leicester City in the opening game but came away with a single point, decimated Everton at home to claim all three points and then failed to pick up any points away to Newcastle United, despite playing some great football.
However, while the start hasn't been ideal, there is still plenty of time for the North Londoners to get back on track, and with all the signings Daniel Levy and Co made over the summer, this season can only get better.
Ange Postecoglou and Daniel Levy.
That said, Levy may rue losing a youngster in the past who is now worth more than summer additions Timo Werner and Wilson Odobert.
Werner and Odebert's valuations in 2024
Yes, after joining Spurs on loan in January, Werner's stay was extended for another year by the club this summer, and while some fans weren't exactly thrilled by the news, he's a useful player to have in the squad.
For example, as wasteful as he was at points last season, the former Chelsea ace did rack up two goals and three assists in just 14 appearances. This means he averaged a goal involvement every 2.8 games for Postecoglou, which isn't too bad for a squad player.
Moreover, considering his current loan deal includes an option to buy him for just £8.5m next summer, there is a good chance he could be sticking around in N17 for a little while longer.
Now, while fans haven't been overly enthused about the German's move, they should be about Odobert, who the club signed last month for around £25m.
That may seem like a lot of money for a teenager who was just relegated with Burnley, and while that might be true at the moment, the Frenchman looks like he could be a serious talent in the future.
Appearances
14
33
Goals
2
4
Assists
3
3
Goal Involvements per Match
0.35
0.21
For example, despite being just 18 at the start of last season, the Meaux-born gem ended up making 33 appearances across all competitions, in which he scored four goals and provided three assists, equating to a reasonable average – for a winger his age – of a goal involvement every 4.71 games.
However, while both of these players are likely to play a part for the Lilywhites this season and represent decent business, the club may be rueing the fact that one of their former youngsters could soon be worth a lot more than the pair of them.
Armando Broja's valuation in 2024
Yes, while it might not be widely known, Chelsea forward Armando Broja was once on Tottenham's books as a child.
Armando Broja celebrating a goal for Chelsea.
The Albanian international explained to the Players' Tribune how an impressive performance for the Lilywhites' youth teams caught the attention of two Blues scouts, and being a fan of the club himself, he upped sticks and moved to the West London outfit at just seven years old.
The Slough-born poacher struggled for game time at Stamford Bridge and went out on loan to Southampton for the 2021/22 season. While he had been on loan before, it was on the South Coast where he announced himself, scoring nine goals in 38 appearances, which, for a 19/20-year-old wasn't bad going.
However, flash forward to the start of this season, and a poor loan spell with Fulham last year – in which he provided one assist in eight games – combined with persistent injuries have all but scuppered his chances of making it into the Pensioners' first team, so he was sent out on loan to Everton, only this time, like Werner, with an option to buy.
However, unlike the German, the option on the "amazing" 22-year-old's head, as dubbed by former manager Mauricio Pochettino, is worth considerably more, coming in at a cool £30m, which could've been on its way to N17 had the Chelsea scouts not swiped the striker from the Lilywhites' grasp all those years ago.
Chelsea striker Armando Broja.
That said, while Werner and Odobert are worth less than the former Spurs youth player, they could well have more of an impact than him this season, and ultimately, that's what matters more than anything else.
Spurs "hero" left on a free, now he's outperforming Richarlison & Maddison
The talented star will always have a place in the club’s history.
Celtic are in the market to add more additions to their first-team squad before the summer transfer window officially slams shut on Friday night.
The Hoops confirmed the departure of Matt O'Riley to Premier League side Brighton & Hove Albion on Monday and his move down south could spark a flurry of transfer activity from the club.
Brendan Rodgers has lost his talisman in the middle of the park and is now looking to bolster his options across the pitch before the end of the window.
Sofascore rating
7.91
1st
Goals
18
1st
Assists
13
1st
Big chances created
14
1st
Key passes per game
2.5
1st
As you can see in the table above, the Denmark international was instrumental for the Scottish giants at the top end of the pitch with his superb performances in the Premiership, as both a scorer and a creator of goals.
The Hoops have been linked with Augsburg midfielder Arne Engels, LAFC wizard Mateusz Bogusz, and Lazio winger Gustav Isaksen in the last few days.
However, a new target has now emerged for the Hoops as they are reportedly looking to bring a player back for a second spell at Parkhead…
Celtic interested in striker reunion
According to journalist Bobby Manzi, Rodgers is lining up a late swoop to sign Crystal Palace centre-forward Odsonne Edouard before the deadline.
The reporter claims that the Premiership champions are interested in signing the French number nine to bolster their attacking options in the coming days.
He states that the experienced forward could become available for a move this week if the Eagles complete a deal for Arsenal marksman Eddie Nketiah, who is said to be closing in on a move to Selhurst Park.
Former Celtic forward Odsonne Edouard
Palace would then have Jean-Philippe Mateta and Nketiah ahead of Edouard in the pecking order this season, which would open the door for the striker to move on before the window closes to go and find more regular game time elsewhere.
However, Manzi does not reveal whether Celtic would be interested in a permanent move or a loan deal for their former forward, who they sold to the Eagles in a £14m rising to £18.5m deal in 2021.
Rodgers must now push for the Hoops to get a deal over the line for the French ace as he could come in as an upgrade on Kyogo Furuhashi, who has been linked with a move away from Parkhead this month.
Why it could be time to cash in on Kyogo Furuhashi
The Daily Mail reported earlier this month that Premier League champions Manchester City are considering a late move to sign the Japan international from Parkhead.
It was claimed that Pep Guardiola is looking for a replacement for Julian Alvarez, who completed a switch to Atletico Madrid, and Kyogo has emerged as an option for the English giants.
Kyogo Furuhashi
The outlet added that it would take a fee of around £20m to convince the club to part ways with him, and it remains to be seen whether or not City are prepared to pay that amount of money for him.
This could be the perfect opportunity, if the Cityzens do come in with a firm offer, for Celtic to move Kyogo on and replace him with an upgrade, as his performances over the last 12 months or so suggest that he is a declining talent.
After an impressive 2022/23 campaign under Ange Postecoglou with the Scottish giants, the Japanese centre-forward has struggled for form since Rodgers came through the door last summer.
Appearances
36
38
Goals
27
14
Big chances missed
16
24
Conversion rate
31%
14%
Minutes per goal
86
179
As you can see in the table above, Kyogo's finishing ability took a huge hit in the 2023/24 campaign, as he missed a staggering 24 'big chances' and only scored 14 goals.
The 29-year-old attacker has also started the current Premiership season with zero goals and a whopping five 'big chances' missed in just three appearances, which means that an upturn in form is not looking likely.
Therefore, now could be the best time for Celtic to cash in on him before his performances continue to decline and his value decreases, if he continues to struggle in front of goal.
Why Celtic should sign Odsonne Edouard
The Hoops should push to sign Edouard as a potential replacement for Kyogo this week as the French ace has the potential to come in as an upgrade for the club.
Bringing the 26-year-old striker back to Parkhead could be a coup for Rodgers, who worked with him during his first spell in Glasgow, as he showcased his finishing quality in the Premier League last season.
The Palace forward only started 17 of his 30 appearances in the division and racked up a tally of seven goals from an xG of 6.25, only missing six 'big chances'.
Edouard is a quality finisher who has proven his ability to make the most of the chances that come his way in one of Europe's major leagues, which suggests that he could thrive once again in a dominant Celtic team that creates plenty of opportunities.
During his time in Scotland, the £90k-per-week was a consistent threat in the final third and did not allow his form to drastically dip, as Kyogo has over the last 12 months.
As you can see in the image above, the French marksman enjoyed a terrific spell with the Hoops after his move from PSG in 2018, with 135 goal contributions in 179 appearances in all competitions.
Edouard, who was once hailed as a "powerful" forward by Rodgers, scored 40 goals in his last two full seasons in the Premiership before his move to the Premiership, an average of 20 per campaign, whilst Kyogo has only managed 14 goals in the division since the start of last term.
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Therefore, the 26-year-old star could come in as an upgrade for Celtic because of his consistent and reliable finishing in front of goal, as proven by his form in Scotland and in England last season.
Everton may have finally found Anthony Gordon's successor, with the Toffees interested in Manchester United winger Anthony Elanga.
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After narrowly avoiding relegation from the Premier League for the second straight season, the blue side of Mersey are looking to significantly strengthen the side ahead of what will be Sean Dyche's first full season at the club.
Recently relegated Leeds United are reportedly set to be raided by Everton, with FootballTransfers revealing that talks are underway over signing both Jack Harrison and Wilfried Gnonto from the Whites.
The two aren't the only wingers that Dyche's side is interested in, though, with United's Elanga also on their radar.
Having failed to sign the 21-year-old on loan in January, it seems Everton are once again pursuing him, reports the Liverpool ECHO, who claim that he will be available for as little at £10m.
How does Anthony Elanga compare to Anthony Gordon?
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With a talent of Elanga's calibre on the horizon, the Toffees could have finally found a worthy replacement for Gordon following his departure to Newcastle United in January.
In the Sweden international, Dyche may have found an attacker who could replicate the level of output that Gordon brought to the team, with the mooted transfer target receiving some illustrious praise in the past.
Indeed, the United academy graduate has been favourably compared to Cristiano Ronaldo by former West Ham United defender Anton Ferdinand – speaking on talkSPORT's Kick-Off show, he said:
"He looks like one of the only young players who actually tapped into Ronaldo.
"His movement was Ronaldo-esque, when Ronaldo was younger."
Elanga plays a very similar style to the Newcastle dynamo, with the two taking on an opposition defender and successfully dribbling past them at a similar rate.
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Elanga successfully dribbled past opposition defenders with 33.3% of his attempts, while Gordon put up the exact same number following his move to the Magpies in January.
Both wingers love to carry the ball forward, with the United gem doing so 12 times in limited appearances this year, while Gordon did so 48 times for both the Toffees and Newcastle throughout the campaign.
The two also put up very similar numbers in terms of creativity, with Elanga successfully completing 76% of his passes for United during his 16 league appearances, while Gordon completed 75.1% himself for Everton before he departed for St James' Park.
Offensively, the Toffees really struggled last season, with only Wolverhampton Wanderers scoring less than their 34 goals in the Premier League, and Gordon's departure in January only made things worse, so adding a "Ronaldo-esque" talent like Elanga to finally fill the hole he left would do wonders to Dyche's chances of avoiding another relegation battle next season.
Tottenham Hotspur are edging closer to an agreement for Brentford goalkeeper David Raya and are working on the “last steps”, according to journalist Rudy Galetti.
Who could join Spurs this summer?
The Spaniard is one of a number of players being targeted by Spurs as new manager Ange Postecoglou seeks to strengthen his ranks and sign a replacement for Hugo Lloris.
Having served as Spurs number one for the last decade, the Frenchman could bid a farewell to supporters this summer, with Lloris candidly admitting as much to Nice-Matin recently.
“We are coming to an important moment, whether for the club or for me. It’s the end of an era,” said Lloris.
“I have desires for other things, I will ask myself quietly to study what will be possible. But I don’t forget that I still have a year of contract with Tottenham and that in football it is always difficult to predict what will happen.”
As the 36-year-old confirms he is looking for new opportunities, and could well make a move to the Middle East, it is imperative for Spurs and chairman Daniel Levy to sign a capable replacement.
There have been a fair few names mentioned by the press in this regard, with AC Milan’s Mike Maignan, Everton’s Jordan Pickford and Croatia number one Dominik Livakovic all linked in recent weeks.
Raya, who is believed to a top target for Spurs, has perhaps been the most regularly mentioned – with reports even suggesting that personal terms are already agreed.
Galetti shared news recently that an agreement between Brentford and Tottenham is close, but the Italian journalist has just dropped another update on the situation.
Taking to Twitter, he claims Spurs are edging nearer and nearer to a deal, with the “last steps” being taken – though there is still work to be done.
What’s been said about David Raya?
As well as drawing admiration from Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp, who claimed he could wear the number 10 shirt, Raya has also been praised by esteemed members of the press.
The Athletic’s Jay Harris, for instance, even claimed he is “one of the best” in Premier League football.
“David Raya has shown he is one of the best goalkeepers in the PL,” said Harris.
“He might have a year left on his deal, but I can’t see Brentford accepting anything less than a club-record sale.”
Standing out as one of Thomas Frank’s best-performers last season, signing him for around £21m plus add-ons would be quite the bargain, even with just over 12 months left on his current deal.
Glasgow Rangers are showing interest in winger Kwadwo Opoku ahead of the summer transfer window as Michael Beale looks set to continue with his Ibrox rebuild.
What’s the latest on Kwadwo Opoku to Rangers?
According to German outlet Fussball Transfers, Rangers have ‘signalled interest’ in winger Opoku, who plays for MLS side Los Angeles FC.
The Light Blues aren’t alone however, with Old Firm rivals Celtic also keen, alongside Bundesliga side VfB Stuttgart, while several teams from Ligue 1 and the Premier League also keeping tabs on the player, as Beale faces stiff competition.
He could cost the Gers around €4.8m (£4.1m) if any move was to be sealed, which is surely within the 42-year-old's budget this summer.
Could Kwadwo Opoku move to Rangers?
With Ryan Kent and Alfredo Morelos departing Rangers, it’s clear Beale needs reinforcements both in the wide positions and through the middle heading into next season.
One key issue the manager has is in the right-wing area, which could well be fixed by signing Opoku.
Todd Cantwell has shone when being deployed there during his first few months at the Gers, registering 11 goal contributions from 20 games, however, with Malik Tillman returning to Bayern Munich following his loan spell, the Englishman could be pushed to a more central role in 2023/2024.
The LAFC winger has enjoyed success in America, registering 11 goal contributions during the 2022 season as he led his team to the MLS Cup, and he has continued this rich vein of form into the current campaign.
Two goals and two assists in 13 league matches underline his attacking potential from a wide position, and he averages two shots per game, makes 0.8 key passes per game and has created two big chances, solid numbers from the 21-year-old.
According to WhoScored, Opoku’s strengths include passing and long shots, while he typically likes to cut inside and dribble past opponents as often as possible, suggesting that he tends to make things happen as opposed to being static and waiting for the right chance to drop.
Rangers boss Michael Beale.
This proactive nature could be crucial for Rangers next term, especially with goals paramount for success, both domestically and in Europe, as Celtic scored 21 more times in the league than the Ibrox side last season, a key factor to where the title eventually ended up.
For just over £4m, the “magnificent” Ghanaian – as so dubbed by journalist Owuraku Ampofo – could be a wise investment and given he has plenty of experience in scoring and creating chances for others, it’s a move that makes perfect sense in the long run.
Leicester City have identified Enzo Maresca as a potential Dean Smith replacement, if they move on from the manager, according to recent reports.
Who will manage Leicester City next season?
Following their relegation from the Premier League, this summer is set to be one of great change for the Foxes, with several key players heading out the door in the coming weeks, but it remains to be seen whether the club's first team manager Smith will be joining them.
Having been appointed in April to replace Brendan Rogers after the Irishman was sacked, the 52-year-old went unbeaten in five of his eight league games at the club, but it wasn't enough to keep Leicester in the top flight.
Leicester City manager Dean Smith.
With their fate sealed on the final day of the season, Smith's future at the club was thrown in doubt, and now The Telegraph's John Percy has reported that while the club haven't made any final decisions on his status at the club, they have identified Pep Guardiola's assistant as a possible replacement.
Smith met with Leicester chairman Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha and the club's director of football Jon Rudkin recently, and talks are said to have gone positively as they outlined plans for the side's upcoming Championship campaign and pursuit for promotion, but things are still up in the air with Maresca now in the frame.
Who is Enzo Maresca?
Having worked closely with Guardiola as his assistant manager this season, Maresca has been learning from one of the very best in the game and could follow a similar path as that of Mikel Arteta, who once also worked under the tutelage of the Manchester City manager, before embarking on a successful managerial career himself at Arsenal.
The 43-year-old has a little bit of experience as a first-team coach, though, having spent a brief amount of time in charge at Parma, but it's safe to say, things didn't quite go to plan for the Italian, and he was let go after just 14 games which saw him pick up just four wins, despite having names like Gianluigi Buffon and Franco Vazquez in the side.
Leicester are taking their time figuring out who will be in charge of the side's first season back in the Championship, but Maresca is in no rush to join, with his duties at Man City and their quest for the treble still his number one priority.
Any decision on his future will likely be made after the Champions League final next weekend, but with Smith still fighting to keep his job and a wealth of experience managing in the Championship on his side, it remains to be seen where the club will go from here.
Liverpool will want to wrap up a deal to bring in Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Alexis Mac Allister in swift fashion to avoid rival interest in his services, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.
What's the latest transfer news involving Alexis Mac Allister?
As per BBC Sport, Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi has signalled that both Mac Allister and his teammate Moises Caicedo are expected to leave the Amex Stadium this summer.
Speaking in his post-match press conference following the Seagulls' 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa last Sunday, the 43-year-old said: "I think that can be the last game of Alexis and Moises, I'm really sorry. They are two great people and two great players. He then added: "The policy of Brighton is like this. "I think it's right they can leave, can change teams and play in a level higher. We are ready. We have to find others big players to play without Alexis and Moises."
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has detailed on his YouTube channel that Liverpool are in an advanced stage of negotiations to acquire the Argentina international, stating: "Liverpool want to be fast. The agreement on personal terms is 90% done, so Alexis Mac Allister is really, really close to Liverpool."
The Mirror reported earlier this month that Manchester and Arsenal were also keen on Mac Allister while Chelsea had also expressed an interest in the past, according to The Guardian; however, the Reds look to be the closest to landing the 24-year-old heading into the summer transfer window.
Capology understand that Mac Allister earns £50,000 per week at Brighton on a contract that runs until June 2027.
What has Ben Jacobs said about Alexis Mac Allister?
Speaking to Football FanCast, journalist Jacobs thinks that the incoming Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino could make a 'late move' to try and sign Mac Allister; nevertheless, he expects Liverpool to move swiftly to land the playmaker in the summer.
Jacobs told FFC: "As I said before, the only twist until it's signed could be a late move from Chelsea, but first of all, Pochettino actually has to come in and start before things like that could move. We wait and see on that one, but McAllister has always said that he wants to go early. He's always said that he wants his future resolved as soon as possible when the season ends. Liverpool themselves want to do their business early. They always do that; they always try and window plan and make progress to the point where they don't drag things out if at all possible and much like when they signed Cody Gakpo and it was announced early, it wouldn't remotely surprise me if Liverpool do exactly the same for Alexis Mac Allister and try to get him in as fast as they possibly can."
Would Alexis Mac Allister be a good fit for Liverpool?
Mac Allister has been in fantastic form this campaign for Brighton and has played a major part in helping to propel the Seagulls to their sixth-place Premier League finish.
In total across 2022/23, Mac Allister managed to register 12 goals and three assists from 40 appearances in all competitions, as per Transfermarkt.
Alexis Mac Allister Brighton
WhoScored also note that the Argentina international gained an average match rating of 7.05/10 for his exploits on the field for the Seagulls this term, making him their second-most consistent performer behind Solly March.
Providing chances has proved to be his forte in Brighton colours during an impressive season, with Mac Allister successfully performing 106 shot-creating actions in the English top-flight, according to FBRef.
Jurgen Klopp will be in the market to bolster his squad this summer and Mac Allister would be an ideal candidate to provide some fresh ideas in the middle of the park come 2023/24 if the German boss can sanction a deal to bring him to Anfield.