Liverpool are anticipated to push forward with a transfer for Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi, however the champions are additionally linked with Brentford‘s Nathan Collins.
Guehi began for Palace of their Premier League opener in opposition to Chelsea on Sunday, nevertheless there stays a robust probability he leaves earlier than the switch window closes.
Liverpool are his almost definitely vacation spot and talks are ongoing over a deal which might be price round £35 million.
Having already signed Parma teen Giovanni Leoni there may be much less urgency over bringing in one other centre-back, however the Reds seemingly have numerous candidates.
In accordance with the Mail‘s Mike Keegan that features Brentford and Republic of Eire defender Collins, with Liverpool becoming a member of Man United and Tottenham of their curiosity.
Collins is into his third season with the Bees, having joined from Wolves in a club-record £23 million deal in 2023, however clearly Anfield could be a step up.
Crucially the 24-year-old would qualify as a homegrown participant within the Premier League, which can be the case with Guehi and is crucial with regards to the squad-building course of.
Nevertheless it’s maintained that Brentford will probably be unlikely sellers having already seen Bryan Mbeumo and captain Christian Norgaard depart the membership this summer season with Yoane Wissa set to observe.
Norgaard’s successor within the armband, Collins has 4 years remaining on his contract and the membership additionally maintain an choice to increase that by an additional two years.
That may make any negotiations for switch extra difficult, until there’s a launch clause constructed into that contract.
Collins is 6’4″ and naturally dominant within the air, and his front-footed defensive method is complemented by a composure and technical high quality in possession.
He has been touted as a doable goal for Liverpool up to now and it’s possible that membership scouts have been monitoring his progress.
Whether or not any transfer develops is unclear at this stage and will depend upon the scenario round Guehi, who would deliver extra top-level expertise to Arne Slot‘s defence and could be accessible on a free subsequent summer season if not signed right away.
