Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have inadvertently handed Liverpool a major boost in their pursuit of a new No. 6 after the French club made a key decision regarding their midfield options. As Jurgen Klopp continues to rebuild his midfield, the recent developments at PSG could give Liverpool the upper hand in the transfer market, especially in the hunt for a holding midfielder.
PSG’s heavy recruitment in the midfield department during the recent transfer window has shifted the balance for several players. The arrival of marquee signings, including Manuel Ugarte from Sporting Lisbon, has meant that some of their current players are facing increased competition for spots in the starting XI. This shift has left key figures like Marco Verratti, and potentially others, more likely to exit or seek moves elsewhere.
Verratti, long regarded as a midfield maestro, has been linked with moves away from the French capital due to the squad reshuffling. His potential departure has already alerted several top clubs, including those in the Premier League. While Liverpool may not directly target Verratti, PSG’s midfield stockpiling has effectively raised questions about the future of some of their defensive-minded midfielders, presenting an opportunity for Klopp.
Liverpool’s need for a quality No. 6 became clear after the departures of Fabinho and Jordan Henderson to the Saudi Pro League earlier in the summer. These exits created a significant gap in Liverpool’s midfield, and while the club has brought in several new faces like Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai, the team still lacks a natural defensive midfielder capable of controlling the tempo and shielding the backline.
Jurgen Klopp has made it clear that the club is actively seeking a solution, and the search for a holding midfielder has intensified. Liverpool has been linked to several targets across Europe, but the shifting landscape at PSG might offer them the perfect chance to strike a deal.
Several PSG midfielders could now become available for a reasonable fee, given the club’s need to trim their squad. Names like Danilo Pereira or Leandro Paredes, who fit the profile of a deep-lying midfielder, might find themselves surplus to requirements. Paredes, in particular, has had an inconsistent tenure at PSG but remains a talented option who can offer Liverpool the defensive stability they need in the No. 6 role.
PSG’s need to balance their squad for both Ligue 1 and Champions League duties may prompt them to offload these players, particularly if they do not fit into new manager Luis Enrique’s tactical plans. This provides Liverpool with a unique opportunity to swoop in for a midfielder who could be an affordable and effective solution to their midfield dilemma.
While PSG is unlikely to let their players go without financial compensation, Liverpool is known for being prudent in the transfer market. If the situation at PSG escalates, it could lead to a scenario where certain players are available for a cut-price deal, as PSG may prioritize trimming their squad before the window closes.
For Liverpool, timing will be crucial. Klopp has already expressed his preference for signing the right player rather than rushing into a deal. If the opportunity to sign an experienced and versatile defensive midfielder arises as PSG clears their midfield ranks, it would provide Liverpool with the missing piece in their midfield puzzle.
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