Today marks the day that Liverpool FC’s newest recruit, Alexis Mac Allister, is expected to join the Reds on a five-year deal. Reports have indicated that the fee for Mac Allister could be as low as £35 million, with fans having plenty to say on a “bargain” deal for the Reds. The transfer was set to be finalised shortly after Liverpool and Brighton had reached an agreement.
Elsewhere, we have finally been given closure on the Jude Bellingham story, with Dortmund confirming the midfielder’s transfer to Real Madrid. Virgil van Dijk has admitted that Liverpool’s inconsistent season came as a “shock” in an interview with NOS, adding that help from his wife and people at the club helped him rediscover his own form.
The next steps in the development of the Anfield Road Stand have taken place, with video footage showing the full removal of the old roof. A Liverpool journalist has confirmed the Reds’ interest in Celta Vigo midfielder Gabri Veiga, with Football Italia claiming that Napoli have also joined the race.
In other news, Argentina’s second best player, Lionel Messi, will join American side Inter Miami following his departure from French champions PSG (BBC). Wilfried Zaha has five transfer options available to him, with his Crystal Palace deal set to expire this summer (Mirror).
To finish off, check out the latest video footage from the Anfield Road End with the structure’s previous roof now removed. It is also a huge night in Prague as West Ham take on Fiorentina in the Hammers’ first European final for 47 years. You can watch all of the action unfold on BT Sport 1, with coverage starting at 6:30pm (BST) and you can also watch the match for free on the BT Sport’s YouTube channel.