Liverpool are reportedly considering Johan Bakayoko as a potential signing in the upcoming summer transfer window. According to Belgian football insider Sacha Tavolieri, the Reds have been interested in the PSV winger since March 2023.
The 21-year-old Bakayoko has impressed incoming manager Arne Slot and chief scout Barry Hunter with his performances in the Dutch Eredivisie. This season, he has been instrumental, contributing 28 goals across 48 games in all competitions.
Bakayoko’s playing style on the right wing, characterized by his frequent forays into the opponent’s box, is reminiscent of Liverpool star Mohamed Salah. This similarity has fueled speculation that Bakayoko could be groomed as a long-term replacement for Salah, whose contract at Anfield expires in 2025.
With Salah expected to stay with Liverpool for at least another season, Bakayoko’s potential signing could ensure a smooth transition for the future. At just 21, he could be convinced that he will become Liverpool’s primary option on the right flank in the near future.
