Liverpool’s first news overview of June has been filled with reports of midfielders, advice for one of their goalkeepers, and more. Reports have indicated that Borussia Monchengladbach have named their price for midfielder Manu Kone, with journalist Fabrizio Romano tweeting that “talks took place this week” over a deal said to be in the region of £30 million to £35 million. SPORT BILD described Liverpool’s interest in the player as “big” with Gladbach said to need “quick income” in the summer. Kone joins Khephren Thuram on Liverpool’s list of reported midfield targets, with L’Equipe claiming that the Reds have been in contact with Thuram’s club OGC Nice “for a few weeks.”
Republic of Ireland boss Stephen Kenny has encouraged goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher to look for a new club this summer in an attempt to secure more minutes. Talks between Liverpool and Wolfsburg are also set to take place for the potential signing of defender Micky van de Ven.
Recent reports suggest that Liverpool’s pursuit of Mason Mount looks to be over, with the midfielder reported to have ‘agreed terms‘ with Man United. Chelsea have rejected a £30 million bid from Brighton for defender Levi Colwill, a player said to be on Liverpool’s radar (Sky Sports). AC Milan have reached an agreement to sign Daichi Kamada from Eintracht Frankfurt, a player who was also reportedly targetted by the Reds (The Athletic). Youri Tielemans has confirmed his exit from Leicester this summer, the queue for his signature is unlikely to be a long one (Independent).
For tonight’s football fix, Stuttgart host Hamburg in the first leg of the Bundesliga promotion-relegation play-off. Kickoff takes place at 7.45pm (BST) and you can catch all of the action live on Sky Sports Football. Additionally, our very own list of player ratings for the Liverpool squad in 2022/23 has been released – let us know below if you agree!