Liverpool have alternative targets? Left? Can you play left back if needed? What a shame they didn’t try to sign such a talented player from Ecuador this winter!By the way, at this time of year, alternatives are not completely lacking. Giorgio ScalviniAtalanta’s young centre-back has not been heavily linked with a move to Merseyside since the previous transfer window (90 mins via The 6ft 2in Serie A star has been a consistent asset for his current employers this season, making 20 appearances in 2023/24 and even scoring and assisting.Interestingly, according to FBref, he is (statistically) tied for 5th place with Piero Hincapie. He needs to significantly improve his success rate (25th percentile), but given his incredible aerial dominance (81st percentile of aerial shots won) and the importance of Atalanta’s creative efforts (90th percentile of shots won), there is still work to be done. Goncalo
Inacio Goncalo Inacio’s name may be somewhat familiar to those of the Liverpudlian persuasion. According to the Sporting website, the Sporting CP star comes with a £52m release clause, which will allow us to secure the future of the back row at a relatively modest level if needed.
The left-handed defender isn’t as reliable in the air as the defenders mentioned above, but he ranks in the 36th percentile for aerial attacks. On the other hand, there is much to admire when it comes to confidence on the ball. Inacio has an even more impressive success rate (89th percentile).
Fabrizio Romano shares a transfer update that will have a direct impact on Liverpool just when they need it most.Liverpool’s hopes of rebuilding their back line may have suffered a blow just when they needed it most.The Merseysiders could be hoping to address the growing list of injuries plaguing their back four after Kostas Tsimikas was subbed off against Arsenal in the upcoming January transfer window.
Football365).Given the incredible talent of this 20-year-old, we certainly won’t be disappointed if the interest we’ve been anticipating comes to fruition.
