During the summer transfer window, Liverpool attempted to acquire Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, but the move did not go through as the player decided to stay.Interest has continued since then, but other targets have emerged.
According to Italian outlet La Stampa, Liverpool are eyeing Torino midfielder Samuele Ricci and could make a move for him in January next year. Manchester City, AC Milan and Inter Milan are also interested.
He grew up in Empoli’s lower divisions and spent a year on loan at Torino before making the permanent move in July 2022.
He has secured a regular place in the team this season and has started every Serie A match since the opening round of the season, and has also represented Italy on the pitch in six matches so far.
The 23-year-old midfielder has an aggressive style of play and plays as a defensive midfielder or central midfielder.
He covers a wide area of the pitch and contributes to the team both offensively and defensively. Although he has never played in European competitions, he is gaining a reputation in Italy.
According to reports, the asking price is relatively low at €30 million.It is enough for Liverpool and Manchester City to pay and it seems unlikely that the transfer fee will derail negotiations.
Will the Italian midfielder, who is under contract until 2026, make the step up to the Premier League soon…?