Williams transfer DISCUSSED, Rabiot LINKED and SPECIAL Klopp message – Liverpool FC news roundup

Here’s our round-up of Liverpool news for Saturday 22nd June, with updates on Arne Slot, Adrien Rabiot, Nico Williams and Anthony Patterson.

Rabiot bound

Liverpool have been named as surprise suitors for Adrien Rabiot, who will soon be out of contract at Juventus.

The midfielder, who has started both of France’s Euro 2024 matches, sees his contract with the Serie A giants expire at the end of the month and has not responded to the club’s offer of a two-year deal worth €7.5m at €10m. 8 million a year before leaving for Germany to represent his country.

As a result, Rabiot’s future is very much up in the air and it is now being reported that he will consider his options ahead of next season, with Liverpool named among other Premier League sides as potentially interested in signing him on a free transfer.

Adrien Rabiot

Capable of playing in a range of midfield roles, Rabiot would be a smart addition to many clubs across Europe, but Real Madrid are reportedly leading the race for his signature as they seek a replacement for the retiring Toni Kroos from professional football following the conclusion. of Euro 2024.

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Kelleher replacement eye

Caoimhin Kelleher looks set to leave Anfield this summer in search of first-team football.

The 25-year-old has attracted interest from Celtic as well as Premier League suitors Wolves and Nottingham Forest, with the Reds’ new transfer squad of Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards hoping to land in excess of £20m pounds for the talented goalkeeper.

Should Kelleher depart, the Reds will need a suitable back-up and have been linked with a move for Sunderland’s Anthony Patterson. That said, Manchester City are also said to be interested, so a transfer battle may be on the horizon.

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Slot set target

New Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has been told he must ensure the team challenge for trophies in his first season.

Nominated as Jurgen Klopp’s successor, the Dutchman arrives on Merseyside with an impressive CV after enjoying success with former club Feyenoord. However, while Reds supporters will have been deflated at the start of his reign, former striker Michael Owen believes ending the season without a trophy and Champions League qualification would be a disaster.

“It’s going to be tough for him with expectations and everything. I think there have to be signs of playing good football. We’ll see pretty early on the style of play and how exciting it is to the eye,” he said when speaking to FourFourTwo .

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“So, say, they come fifth and don’t win a trophy and saying, ‘Oh yeah, it’s just building blocks,’ well, no, the building blocks have been put in place. I think it would obviously be perfect to win something. “

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The Williams transfer was discussed

Liverpool have reportedly ‘discussed’ the possibility of signing Athletic Club and Spain star Nico Williams in the summer transfer window.

According to The Athletic’s Spanish reporter Pol Ballus, the Reds are one of a number of clubs – along with Premier League rivals Arsenal and Chelsea – interested in the hot youngster who is said to have a £47m release clause in his contract with the La Liga team. .

“Liverpool has also been mooted as a potential destination if a winger is needed for Arne Slot’s new project,” Ballus wrote.

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Jota reveals an emotional message from Klopp

Diogo Jota has revealed that his old boss Jurgen Klopp was in touch after the final whistle of Portugal’s Euro 2024 Group F opener against the Czech Republic, offering him a special message of support.

After an own goal had drawn Portugal level, the Liverpool striker thought he had scored the winner in the 87th minute after converting from close range. However, the goal was scored with Cristiano Ronaldo offside in the build-up.

While Sergio Conceicao’s stoppage-time strike meant Portugal ran out winners, Jota was disappointed to see his goal ruled out for marginally offside as VAR spoiled his celebration for his pregnant wife as he preparing to receive their newest addition. family.

Diogo Jota

However, Klopp was in touch with Jota after the game.

Speaking to O Jogo, Jota said: “He accidentally sent a message after the first game. He is a coach who doesn’t miss anything, he knows the moments when he should talk to the players.

“It was a word of support for my goal to be banned and it had a special meaning for me. But then we got the three points, that was the most important thing.”