Ryan Gravenberch Liverpool: German vs English Sources

Journalists in England and Germany have confirmed Liverpool’s interest in Ryan Gravenberch, with talks held between a club representative and the player’s agent last week. This follows the end of Liverpool’s pursuit of Jude Bellingham, with Gravenberch seen as a viable alternative as the Reds plan to bring in at least three new midfielders. Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg has reported from Munich that Bayern Munich consider their No. 38 “definitely not for sale,” however journalists on Merseyside have been briefed differently, with GOAL’s Neil Jones and Sky Sports’ Melissa Reddy both reporting that Bayern are “believed to be open to selling.” Gravenberch is said to be “enthusiastic” over reviving his fortunes at Anfield and is “understood to be receptive to the idea of a move to Merseyside.” The price tag of £25 million has been touted, which would be a small markup on Bayern’s deal with Ajax last summer. It is believed that Bayern are looking to strengthen their hand by insisting through local sources that they would not consider a sale, and could look to maximise the fee brought in by coaxing the likes of Arsenal and Man United into rival bids. Updates from Plettenberg in particular would be worth keeping an eye on as the situation develops.