Van Dijk DELAY, Koopmeiners WITHDRAW, Alisson BOOST – Liverpool FC news roundup

Liverpool are planning to delay contract talks with Virgil van Dijk until the end of 2024, according to a shocking new report.

The Liverpool captain is one of three high-profile stars to be out of contract at the end of the 2024-25 season, alongside Mohamed Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold.

There has been no breakthrough in talks for any of the trio at this stage, with new transfer chiefs Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards only officially taking up their roles at the start of the month.

Van Dijk is a transfer target for Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga, as well as Al-Qadsiah in the Saudi Pro League.

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Salah was caught in the substitution line

Mohamed Salah scored a brilliant individual goal on his 100th cap for Egypt to salvage a draw against Guinea Bissau in Africa’s World Cup qualifiers.

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However, it was claimed after the match that Salah REFUSED his manager’s request to be substituted during the game, a claim quickly dismissed by the Egyptian Football Association.

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The injured striker could scupper Liverpool’s transfer plans

Liverpool’s transfer plans this summer may have been dealt a significant setback with news emerging on Tuesday of yet another injury in the Netherlands’ camp ahead of Euro 2024.

Atalanta BC v Liverpool FC – UEFA Europa League Atalanta BC’s Teun Koopmeiners celebrates after scoring a late goal disallowed during the UEFA Europa League quarter-final football match between Atalanta BC and Liverpool FC. Bergamo Italy Copyright: xNicolòxCampox

After Barcelona’s Frenkie de Jong was forced to withdraw from the squad on Monday due to injury, Atalanta midfielder Teun Koopmeiners, believed to be one of Arne Slot’s main targets this summer, has also been ruled out from the tournament after suffering a muscle injury.

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Reds get Alisson boost from Saudi Arabia

Cristiano Ronaldo’s appearance at Al-Nassr will seal the signing of Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny in a move that could have knock-on effects for Liverpool’s No.1 Alisson Becker.

Premier League Liverpool – Manchester United, ManU Alisson Becker of Liverpool reacts during the Premier League match Liverpool vs Manchester United at Anfield, Liverpool, United Kingdom, 17 December 2023 Photo by Mark Cosgrove/News Images Liverpool Anfield Merseyside United Kingdom Copyright: xMarkxCosgrove /NewsxImagesx

With the Pole’s move to Al-Nassr, at least one option has closed for Alisson should he consider a move to the Saudi Pro League.

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LIVERPOOL SHOULD PAY INACIO’S RELEASE CLAUSE

Liverpool have been told what they need to do to sign long-term transfer target Goncalo Inacio this summer.

Inacio, who will represent Portugal at Euro 2024 this summer, boasts a release clause in his current contract and Liverpool have been told they will have to pay that sum in full to capture his signature, according to A Bola (via Sport Witness).

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Luis Diaz signs “impossible” for a suitor

It will be “almost impossible” for Barcelona to sign Liverpool striker Luis Diaz this summer due to financial difficulties, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.

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However, speaking to Gol Caracol after Colombia’s friendly against the United States, Diaz addressed speculation surrounding his future.

“I’m very happy at Liverpool,” he said. “It’s a great team and club and I’ve always wanted to play there. So, I’m happy and very calm about everything.”

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Diogo Jota claims Reds target to be a superstar

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota is in a unique position this summer, one where he can gain insight into several reported targets for his club side ahead of Arne Slot’s inaugural season as head coach.

Speaking in a recent TikTok interview with Goal, the Reds striker sang the praises of a player he believes is a superstar in the making.

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Arsenal enter the race for the love of right-back Arne Slot

Arsenal are set to join a growing list of clubs this summer ready to battle Premier League rivals Liverpool for the signature of versatile Feyenoord defender Lutsharel Geertruida, according to reports.

While Mikel Arteta targets a high-profile striker, defensive reinforcements are also on the agenda, with Geertruida an option to ease the burden on Ben White at right-back.

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Kelleher’s preference was revealed

Caoimhin Kelleher is intrigued by a move to Celtic with Champions League football available north of the border, according to a new report.

Kelleher, 25, is Alisson Becker’s long-term backup at Liverpool and has repeatedly expressed his desire to leave Anfield to become a No.1 goalkeeper in his own right.

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The ex-Red has been confirmed in a new coaching role

Former Liverpool striker Fernando Torres has taken a new step in his coaching journey.

WIJDEWORMER – Atletico Madrid U19 coach Fernando Torres during the UEFA Youth League play-off match between AZ Alkmaar U19 and Atletico Madrid U19 at the AFAS training complex on February 7, 2024 in Wijdewormer, Netherlands. ANP Hollandse Hoogte ED VAN DE POL UEFA Youth League – Play-off 2022/2023 xVIxANPxSportx/xEdxvanxdexPolxIVx 490474565 originalFilename: 490474565.jpg

The World Cup winner, who previously coached Atlético Madrid’s under-19 team, has been named head coach of Atlético’s B team, the LaLiga club announced on Tuesday.

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