Liverpool continue to search for a long-term replacement for Dutch defender Virgil van Dijk. Furthermore, Joe Gomez has been plagued by repeated injuries, while 22-year-old defender Jarell Quansah has yet to win the confidence of manager Arne Slot.
Liverpool have been rumoured to be interested in European and South American centre-backs since last summer, but all eyes are once again on RB Leipzig. According to German outlet Sport Bild, the club are considering a move for French defender Castello Lukeba.
Liverpool have acquired Ibrahima Konate, Dominik Szoboszlai and Naby Keita from the club. In terms of experience with the Red Bull Group, Takumi Minamino and Sadio Mane have also played at Anfield and were compatible with Jurgen Klopp’s football.
The chemistry with the Dutch coach is unknown, but with Leipzig having a number of young players who can keep running until the end of the game, it is no surprise that the Merseyside club are interested. And it is no surprise that the 22-year-old centre-back, a regular in the Bundesliga, is a candidate.
The former Lyon France defender has already made 59 appearances for his current club. He has spent a lot of time off the bench this season due to a hamstring injury, but his aggressive defending and his ability to handle the ball with his left foot is appealing.
At 1.84m, he is not the tallest centre-back in the world, but he is known for his physicality and tenacious defence, and has made his debut for France in 2023, steadily building his reputation in the country.
However, with a reported fee of $93 million, it is highly unlikely that Liverpool would pay the same amount. Other clubs have also expressed interest and the price could soar if a battle breaks out.
What sort of centre-back line-up will Liverpool go into next season with?