Thiago Alcantara Linked with Move to Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ahli
The Saudi Arabian raid on Anfield could continue as Al-Ahli have made a bid for midfielder Thiago Alcantara. This comes after Jordan Henderson and Fabinho have already switched to the Saudi Pro League this summer.
Roberto Firmino has also made the switch to Saudi, joining Al-Ahli after his contract at Anfield came to an end at the climax of last season. Mohamed Salah has also been linked with a move, but his agent has rubbished suggestions of a transfer to Saudi Arabia.
However, Thiago is the latest Reds star to have the opportunity to take the riches on offer in the Saudi Pro League. L’Equipe has reported that Al-Ahli have bid €12 million (£10.4 million) for the Spain international.
Thiago, 32, has just one year left on his contract with Liverpool. After such a significant exodus this summer, it is unlikely that Liverpool will be happy for him to leave during this transfer window. The departures of James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and Naby Keita on free transfers have left significant holes to be filled in the squad.
Although Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai have arrived, Jurgen Klopp still needs to sign at least one more midfielder before the transfer window closes. The Reds have had bids turned down for Southampton’s Romeo Lavia and have reportedly made a big offer for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo but are yet to secure the holding midfielder they are looking for.
Liverpool’s pursuit of Caicedo has seen them outbid Chelsea, while they were beaten by Chelsea in their pursuit of Lavia. The competition between the two Premier League rivals highlights the importance of strengthening the midfield for both teams.
As the transfer window draws to a close, Liverpool will be keen to secure the services of a quality midfielder to bolster their squad. The departure of key players and the need to compete at the highest level make it crucial for the club to make the right signings.
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In conclusion, Thiago Alcantara is the latest Liverpool star to be linked with a move to Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ahli. The Saudi Arabian raid on Anfield continues as Jordan Henderson, Fabinho, and Roberto Firmino have already made the switch to the Saudi Pro League. Liverpool will need to strengthen their midfield before the transfer window closes, especially after the departures of James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and Naby Keita. The competition between Liverpool and Chelsea for midfield targets highlights the importance of securing quality signings. As the transfer window comes to a close, Liverpool will be eager to make the right moves to strengthen their squad.