Liverpool have an offer on the table worth €50m for Real Madrid star Aurelien Tchouameni, according to the Spanish outlet. files.
The offer consists of an initial payment of 35 million euros, with the remaining 15 million to be paid next season.
The move rekindles the Reds’ long-standing interest in the France international, who they previously tried to sign in 2022 before losing out to Real Madrid.
Liverpool to fight Aurelien Tchouameni
The report adds that Liverpool will face stiff competition for his signature from Manchester City with clubs keen to sign him. They have lost Rodri to a long-term injury and his absence has had a huge impact on the team’s performance, demonstrating the need for another top-class defensive midfielder.
Chelsea and Manchester United have also entered the race to sign the midfield powerhouse, with a recent report indicating that all these clubs are ready to offer Tchouameni a way out.
While Liverpool are aiming to swoop in quickly and see off competition to his signature, the report further claims that the Reds will battle Man City for the Frenchman and the ‘next weeks” could turn out to be “decisive”.
Tchouameni’s time at Real Madrid has been underwhelming compared to his stellar performances at AS Monaco, but Liverpool see an opportunity to strengthen their midfield with his signing.
The 24-year-old midfielder’s ability to control the tempo of the game and contribute defensively makes him an attractive prospect for Arne Slot’s side.
Liverpool’s need to sign a new defensive midfielder
Heading into the season, Liverpool were heavily linked with Martin Zubimendi, identifying the No.6 role as a crucial position to strengthen. Personal terms were reportedly agreed and the club were willing to activate his release clause. However, in a dramatic twist, Zubimendi rejected the reds and opted to stay at Real Sociedad, leaving Liverpool without a suitable defensive midfielder to replace Fabinho.
This setback initially looked to leave the Reds vulnerable, but Ryan Gravenberch has been up to the task in the No. 6 role. The Dutchman has put in excellent performances and established himself as one of the Premier League’s most prominent midfielders this season
Despite his emergence, Liverpool’s options in the position remain scarce, with Wataru Endo the only other senior player available for the role.
Adding someone like Tchouameni could vastly improve Liverpool’s midfield. His ability to dictate play from deep, combined with his defensive acumen, would not only bolster the Reds’ stability, but also complement Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister in a high-quality midfield trio.
