Liverpool scouts were reportedly keeping a close eye on Porto’s £60m midfielder, Alan Varela, during their recent Champions League match against Arsenal. The 22-year-old Argentine has been impressing since his move from Boca Juniors to Porto in August, making 28 appearances for the club so far, with seven of those in the Champions League.
Varela played a crucial role in helping Porto secure four wins in their group stage matches, finishing second behind Barcelona. The first leg against Arsenal ended with Porto holding a 1-0 lead, setting up an exciting second leg at the Emirates on March 12 with a quarter-final spot at stake.
Porto captain Pepe has emphasized the importance of being ‘perfect’ in the upcoming match against Arsenal to secure their spot in the next round. Despite acknowledging Arsenal’s quality, Pepe believes Porto put on a great performance in the first leg and will need to maintain that level of play in London.
Liverpool is reportedly monitoring Varela’s situation closely, with a potential move for the talented midfielder at the end of the season. With top clubs already showing interest in Varela, it will be interesting to see how his performances in the Champions League impact his future.
As the race for the Champions League quarter-finals heats up, all eyes will be on Alan Varela and Porto as they look to secure their spot in the next round against Arsenal. Liverpool’s interest in the young midfielder adds an extra layer of intrigue to this exciting matchup.