With the appointment of Arne Slot, Liverpool changed the role they were looking for in a defensive midfielder. While converting Dutch midfielder Ryan Gravenberch, the club did their best to acquire Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi, but he decided to stay at Real Sociedad.
The Merseyside club have since continued their search for a new ‘No.6’ midfielder, and have continued their careful scouting with a list of young to midfield players who have made their mark in Europe.
According to CaughtOffside, Liverpool are interested in 21-year-old midfielder Marc Casadó, who plays for Barcelona and is seen as an immediate asset who fits the style of play the Dutch coach is aiming for. Manchester United, also in the Premier League, are also keen.
The Spanish U-21 midfielder has made 13 appearances this season for Barcelona, who are in great form in La Liga and the Champions League, and plays mainly in the depths of midfield. The club is struggling financially and has so far relegated 27-year-old Dutch midfielder Frenkie de Jong to the bench.
He only extended his contract in June this year and has until June 2028. Although the transfer fee has not been revealed, a hefty offer is inevitable considering his rise in the first team, remaining contract term, age and other overall factors.
On the other hand, although Barcelona continue to struggle financially, they would rather prioritise the release of players in their mid-20s and have no intention of letting go of the young defensive midfielder with a promising future.
Will the Spanish midfielder, who excels at controlling vision and the tempo of the game, leave the Camp Nou for England in the unlikely event of a future…?