Liverpool is searching for a right winger to replace Mohammad Salah who is going to leave t in the team in coming summer. The Reds are currently lacking left-footed players for the right wing position which makes them more likely to look for a long-term option for the right side.
Liverpool Transfer News: Liverpool Might Consider Bukayo Saka as the Right-Wing Option
Rumors are ongoing related to Saka. So, he might be under the radar of Liverpool and the Reds are ready to pay the transfer fee for him. As the Departure of Salah is nearly confirmed, Liverpool needs a regular starter in the right-wing position with Federico Chiesa.
Saka is lethal in front of the D-box due to the ability to cut inside that might add new guns to Arne Slot’s bag. In Arsenal, Saka contributed to 20 goals and 14 assists in all competitions for the Gunners. So, he is the most crucial player for Arteta.
Transfer fee of Saka might be a hindrance for Liverpool
Liverpool has to pay around 150 million Euro to purchase Bukayo Saka which is a prior factor for this situation in Liverpool. Most importantly, Areteta’s reluctance might hinder the deal for the Reds in the January transfer window.
But, Liverpool has the purse to include Saka with the team and ensure a long-term and competitive solution for the right-wing position. However, Saka has the ability to match the GA ratio of Salah who is an instrumental player for the Reds from Jurgen Klopp’s era.
Presnese of Federico might not hamper Saka's transfer option
Federico Chiesa has contributed to 32 goals and 23 assists in 131 matches for Juventus. But, Liverpool considers him as a backup signing at a lower cost but the Reds need a regular starter that could help to give 30+ GA in each season in the Premier League.
Now the question is do Liverpool pay the hefty amount for Saka or just wait for the Summer transfer window to get a better deal in the transfer market? So, The eye would be on the move from the Reds and the decision of Arsenal.
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