As the transfer window rapidly approaches its end, Liverpool’s efforts to secure their first summer signing have faced several challenges. Despite ongoing interest, the club has yet to finalize deals for Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United or Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad.
Liverpool will kick off the season against Ipswich Town without any new additions, apart from the appointment of Arne Slot as manager, replacing Jurgen Klopp, who is still awaiting his first acquisition.
Slot, who was eager to incorporate the Spanish midfielder into his squad, is particularly disheartened by the loss of Zubimendi, seen as an ideal candidate for Liverpool’s defensive midfield role. However, the club may now be exploring alternative options.
According to HITC, Liverpool has been informed about the availability of Italian midfielder Marco Verratti. While Verratti is not at his peak, Al-Arabi in Qatar has offered him an opportunity to return to Europe. His availability has been shared with Manchester United, Arsenal, and Manchester City, as well as Liverpool.
Verratti, known for his playmaking abilities and previously compared to Barcelona legends Xavi and Andres Iniesta by Neymar, could potentially fit into Liverpool’s plans. The club will need to assess if the experienced midfielder can bring the required energy to Slot’s vision at Anfield.
