Liverpool are said to be making plans in case they lose one of their world class stars
Arne Slot took over at Liverpool this week(Image credit: Getty Images)
Liverpool’s summer of transition is underway after Arne Slot and new sporting director Richard Hughes began work at the club this week.
The Reds said an emotional farewell to Jurgen Klopp last month after the German called time on what was the club’s most successful chapter of the past 30 years.
As well as changes among the coaching and administrative staff, there is also likely to be turnover when it comes to the playing squad, as the new regime looks to make its mark on the club.
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson is reportedly attracting interest from Saudi Arabia
While the likes of Thiago, Adrian and Joel Matip will reach the end of their contracts later this month, there are other players that Slot and company would not want to see depart.
Recent reports have suggested that Saudi representatives are readying a huge offer to the Brazilian stopper, with French outlet Sports Zone reporting that while the Reds want to keep the 31-year-old they have begun to do their homework on potential replacements.
Bento is wanted by Liverpool (Image credit: Alexandre Schneider/Getty Images)
The player they name as Liverpool’s top target should Alisson leave is Athletico Paranaense goalkeeper Bento.
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The 24-year-old is viewed by many as one of the best ‘keepers in South America and is being eyed as Alisson’s long-term replacement in the Brazilian national team after making his international debut against England back at Wembley in March.
Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid are among the European sides monitoring Bento, who is said to be ready to leave his homeland to develop his career.
For more than a decade Joe Mewis has worked in football journalism as a reporter and editor, with stints at Mirror Football and LeedsLive among others. He is the author of four football history books that include times on Leeds United and the England national team.
