Nice’s defensive standout has established himself as one of Europe’s elite center-backs, anchoring the top defense in Ligue 1 this season.
His outstanding performances have attracted considerable attention, with Manchester United showing interest last summer. Despite coming close to a move to Old Trafford, the deal did not come to fruition.
The Red Devils, particularly through Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS group, which also owns Nice, have continued their pursuit. There was a strong expectation that the talented French center-back would join Manchester United, bolstering their defense under Erik ten Hag.
However, Todibo’s potential move to the Premier League is complicated by the interest of other top clubs who also find him highly appealing.
Liverpool has now joined the race, diverting attention from Chelsea, according to Fabrizio Romano. This move aligns with Liverpool’s previous interest in Todibo’s teammate Khephren Thuram, as reported by FootballTransfers in 2023. Recent reports from the local paper Nice-Matin indicate that Liverpool is now closer to securing Todibo than Manchester United.
The appeal of a more stable environment and Todibo’s friendship with Ibrahima Konate, a key player at Liverpool, are significant factors in this potential transfer.
The idea of Todibo eventually replacing the aging Virgil van Dijk adds further intrigue to Liverpool’s pursuit.
However, a January transfer appears unlikely due to his substantial €60 million price tag. Todibo is content on the French Riviera, where Nice is fiercely competing for Champions League qualification and possibly the league title, trailing PSG by only five points.
