Liverpool pursued left-handed center backs during the summer transfer period, led by Chelsea defender Levi Colwill. With the unexpected departures of Jordan Henderson and Fabinho, the focus on securing a midfielder did not result in the acquisition of a defender.
Still, Joel Matip’s long-term departure was confirmed. Virgil van Dijk, who is returning to top form, will be 33 next year, and securing a center back who can carry the next generation is a must. The team needs players who can compete regularly with the two veterans, Ibrahima Konate, Joe Gomez, and Jarell Quansah.
Recently, the name of Lucas Beraldo, a 20-year-old defender from Sao Paulo, has been frequently mentioned. However, Paris Saint-Germain, not Liverpool, have reached an agreement with his club and are in the final stages of making arrangements for a move next January, according to “Footmercato” reporter Santi Aouna.
“PSG has reached an agreement with São Paulo for Lucas Beraldo. The deal is worth €20+5M in bonuses”
“Paris and his agent settle final details for a January arrival”
“PSG now offering €22M +€3M for Gabriel Moscardo. Negotiations still ongoing”
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— Santi Aouna (@Santi_J_FM) December 19, 2023
◉ Le PSG a trouvé un accord avec São Paulo pour Lucas Beraldo. Le deal s'élève à 20+5M€ de bonus 💰
◉ Paris et son agent règlent les derniers détails pour une arrivée en janvier 💫
◉ Le PSG propose désormais 22M€ +3M€ pour Gabriel Moscardo.… pic.twitter.com/fiUpvggkCt