Liverpool’s push for midfielders brought in Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Wataru Endo, and Ryan Gravenberch. The team successfully replaced longtime mainstays such as Jordan Henderson.
In addition to the four acquisitions, Nice midfielder Khéphren Thuram was another player who was frequently linked with a move. A versatile midfielder who, in addition to his large stature, could defend in midfield or jump up front, he was also the perfect age for the job at 22.
Although the former France U-21 midfielder ended up staying in France. Oscar Damiani, who has represented his father, Lilian Thuram in the past, revealed that he encouraged Carlo Ancelotti to move to Real Madrid.
“Khephren is a very technical player and plays all over the pitch,”
“He has more class but less strength than his brother,”
“Although he is very tall, he still has to grow muscularly.”
“However, French football is very physical, and this is helping him improve.”
“Nice is a perfect context for him as good football develops there.”
“Where would I see Khephren well? At Real Madrid. I recommended him to Carlo Ancelotti.”
Gianluca Di Marzio
The young midfielder is expected to step up in the transfer market next summer, as Juventus, where his father spent his active years, has shown interest.
With the acquisition of Ryan Gravenberch, a similar type of player, it seems unlikely that he will have a future playing at Anfield, but with which club will he start a new chapter?