Liverpool have claimed to sign Arsenal striker as Teun Koopmeiners transfer update emerges

The start of the summer transfer window is fast approaching for Liverpool and other Premier League clubs.

With Jurgen Klopp on his way out of Anfield, it remains to be seen which players incoming manager Arne Slot deems fit for the future and surplus to requirements.

After missing out on the title this term, a few additions to the squad could see the Reds climb to the top of the table and challenge for top spot again in 2024/25.

Listed below are the latest Liverpool transfer links as the rumors start to turn…

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Gabriel Jesus moves urged

Former Liverpool right-back Glen Johnson believes Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus could be a smart signing this summer.

Jesus has struggled with various injuries this campaign, preventing the Gunners from seeing the best of the Brazilian, although Johnson believes the Reds could benefit from his services.

It has been reported in recent weeks that Arsenal are open to selling the former Manchester City man, hinting at a potential transfer deal.

“I would be surprised if Arsenal really want to sell him because I think that would be crazy. If he becomes available, either Chelsea or Liverpool would have to bite Arsenal’s arm,” Johnson told Betfred.

“He won’t get you 25 goals a season but he’ll be a big part of the team and he’ll work his socks off. In front of goal, he will score a lot of goals at a club like this where he will get a lot of chances. Chelsea and Liverpool should absolutely take this chance.”

Koopmeiners update

Atalanta are reportedly waiting to see what offers come in for midfielder Teun Koopmeiners amid reported interest from Liverpool and Juventus.

Koopmeiners, who has previously been mentioned as a possible recruit, once captained an AZ Alkmaar side managed by Slot and could stage a reunion this summer.

An update from Italian journalist Emanuele Corazzi via TuttoJuve made it clear that Atalanta are following a similar approach to the one used when they cashed in Rasmus Hojlund last summer after he received a huge bid from Manchester United.

Corazzi said: “Juve are interested, but let’s wait, let’s see what offers come because many big English clubs, especially Liverpool, are so interested in Koopmeiners. Last year, Hojlund had so many offers, Atalanta expected and then sold him to United for a huge sum It is a little more difficult for Koopmeiners to go to Juventus if Liverpool comes.

The boyish future

Slot are expected to make a decision on Stefan Bajcetic’s future during pre-season training, it has been suggested.

The Spanish midfielder has missed the vast majority of the current season through injury, although he made a welcome return to action in the Reds’ 4-2 win over Tottenham Hotspur earlier this month.

Bajcetic, who is under contract until 2027, will now look to put his struggles of recent months behind him and make his mark under a new manager.

But Spanish outlet Sport via Sport Witness claimed that “everything will depend” on Slot and whether or not the teenager is able to impress the Dutchman.