Barcelona Shocked! Liverpool Set to Hijack Two Top Players in Mega £86M Deal

Liverpool is kicking off an exciting new chapter under coach Arne Slot, and there’s clearly no intention of hitting the brakes. After securing the Premier League title in his first season, Slot has reportedly given the go-ahead for a major £86 million transfer deal for Barcelona players Andreas Christensen and Fermin Lopez, based on information from Spanish outlet Fichajes.

The club is eager to support their new manager with significant signings, which could really shake things up in European football.

A Dream Start to the Transfer Window for Liverpool

This summer has already seen some big moves, with Liverpool bringing in Florian Wirtz for £116 million along with Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez, adding both talent and depth to the squad. They’ve also strengthened goalkeeping options with Armin Pecsi and Freddie Woodman. Yet, it seems like Slot isn’t finished just yet and still has more players in mind to enhance the team further.

• A central midfielder
• A central defender
• A new striker

Liverpool is getting ready to make an €100M (£86M) bid for two players, according to Fichajes. They plan to offer €20M for Christensen and €80M for Fermin. The coach, Slot, believes both players would fit well with his strategy for the team. With their futures at Camp Nou unclear, Liverpool thinks now is the right time to bring in some strong talent.

Why Arne Slot Wants Fermin Lopez

Fermin Lopez, a talented midfielder from La Masia, has impressed with his skill and versatility, catching the eye of Liverpool coach Slot. However, he hasn’t had many chances at Barcelona due to fierce competition from players like Gavi, Pedri, and Gundogan.

Liverpool thinks they can provide him the space he needs to grow. With successful players like Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai already making an impact, Fermin has the potential to be the next standout at Anfield.

Christensen: A Solution to Defensive Depth?

Andreas Christensen is experienced and calm at the back but has seen less and less playing time since Xavi came in. Klopp views him as a perfect candidate for Liverpool’s ball-playing centre-back role particularly if there are questions over Joel Matip’s fitness and Ibrahima Konaté’s inconsistency. 

For €20M, Christensen could offer immediate depth, experience, value as an investment, and someone who knows the Champions League.

Barcelona’s Decision Dilemma

Barcelona president Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco have a hard call ahead. While both players are located on the depth chart, the financial state of the Catalan club means they may have to take offers that generate liquidity.

Losing two rotation players for €100M might look like smart business – but it can also leave your squad thinner leading into a tough La Liga campaign.

Wirtz – The Jewel of the Window

Liverpool has already made headlines as they smashed the British transfer record to sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for a potential value of £116M. The German playmaker is anticipated to be a generational talent at Anfield.

Leverkusen’s former head of scouting, Tim Steidten believes Wirtz will flourish under Slot. He recounted:

“Florian replied, ‘I want to become the best player in the world.’ That drive makes him special.”

If Slot could conclude it with Wirtz, Fermin, and Christensen all in one window, Liverpool’s transformation would be revolutionary.