Liverpool are the only team in Europe’s top five leagues not to make any signings this summer, but that could soon change.
The Reds continued their impressive start to the season with a convincing 2-0 win over Ipswich Town.
Goals from Diogo Jota and Mohamed Salah ensured a comfortable victory in new manager Arne Slott’s first game.
Liverpool fans are still hoping to see the club make some moves in the summer transfer market and their wishes may soon come true.
According to Sky Sports journalist Philipp Hinze, the Premier League giants are keeping a close eye on RB Leipzig defender Mohamed Simakan.
A reminder: Liverpool FC remain interested in Leipzig defender Mo Simakan. Despite no progress or confirmation, Simakan remains on Liverpool’s list. Juventus are also keeping an eye on the Frenchman. 🇫🇷👀
Simakan is not unhappy in Leipzig. But the Frenchman… pic.twitter.com/X5SwOZcfwU
— Philip Hinze (@philipphinze24) August 21, 2024
The Reds remain interested in the Bundesliga defender, who can play as both a centre-back or right-back.
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Liverpool are looking to strengthen their defence after losing Joel Matip to the expiry of his contract this summer.
Their interest in the French defender has not increased, but journalists have mentioned that they are interested in the Bundesliga defender.
The reporter also states that Juventus are interested in signing the RB Leipzig player.
Mo Simakan would be a valuable addition to the Liverpool squad
Since moving to RB Leipzig from Strasbourg in 2021, the defender has impressed for the Bundesliga club.
He is now looking for a new challenge and Slott’s Liverpool side could offer the ideal opportunity.
The defender can play both at right-back and centre-back, adding depth to Liverpool’s squad and offering Slott the only solution to play in two different positions.
With just over a week left in the transfer window, the Reds need to act quickly if they are serious about signing the player.