Liverpool Chasing French U-21 defender with a release clause reaching Rp 1.7 trillion

Gilabola.com – Liverpool began to step on the gas in an effort to strengthen the defense sector, and one of the names that is now entering their radartranser is Castello Lukeba.

The Frenchman who is now defending RB Leipzig is reportedly being the main target of the Merseyside club after they officially released Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen with a transfer value of around Rp 774 billion.

In the midst of a hot transfer market, Liverpool’s interest in Lukeba must compete with other big clubs such as Bayern Munich and Tottenham Hotspur.

The 22 -year -old defender has stolen the attention since strengthening Lyon and then performed consistently in the Bundesliga with Leipzig. He has also held the status of a senior French national team player, a clear indicator of his quality in the world of European football.

Although his contract with Leipzig will only end in 2029, news from Market soccer Mention that the German club has an informal agreement to release it below the price of the release clause which is worth Rp 1.72 trillion.

Lukeba is said to have a play style similar to Josko Gvardiol-the same as aggressive, physically strong, and skilled at playing in the back line.

The advantage in adjusting to the tactics of three or four defenders makes it compatible with various coach schemes, including those currently carried by Arne Slot at Liverpool.

Gradual regeneration and the potential for guehi to enter the radar

The decision to release Quuansah apparently still leaves doubts among observers. The former Premier League goalkeeper, Ben Foster, in his podcast said that Quuansah performed very well in the final of the European U-21 championship with England.

He felt Liverpool should maintain the young defender, who according to him had peace and quality when carrying the ball – important attributes in modern football.

Meanwhile, Liverpool management is reportedly not only focused on Lukeba. Another name being studied was Captain Crystal Palace, Marc Guehi. This tough defender is also said to be interested in the Arne Slot project at Anfield.

However, the price is a challenge. Palace reportedly requested around Rp 1.1 trillion, while Liverpool were said to try to submit an initial offer of Rp 663 billion.

Considering that Guehi only has one year of contract, negotiations have the potential to take place tough but open, with the possibility of other clubs will enter the transfer if the negotiation lasts a long time.

On the other hand, the situation of Ibrahima Konate’s contract which still has not met the meeting point also makes Liverpool have to take quick steps in regenerating the back line.

Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain’s interest in Konate added to the urgency for Liverpool to immediately secure a new defender before the new Premier League season begins.