Liverpool could now beat Manchester United to the signing of a new left-back, as their own Premier League rivals have yet to make a move, according to the report.
The Reds are looking for replacements for Andy Robertson
Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher has now called on Andy Robertson be replaced in the January transfer window, saying: “I think they need a left-back. Trent Alexander-Arnold was really bad. He will be much better than that and Conor Bradley is fantastic.
“I just think Andy Robertson, who is an absolute legend, just hangs in every game. I don’t think Kostas Tsimikas is quite up to standard to come in and replace him.
“I think Liverpool could get a left-back in January, I think that would put Liverpool in a really strong position to win the league.”
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The Scotland international has failed to impress this season, and the Reds are now looking for replacements, they have led negotiations on the signing of El Hadji Malick Diouf from Slavia Praguewhich could be a €25m (£21m) deal. Arne Slotton the side were also watching Patrick Dorgu from Lecce since Septemberwith the Italian side aware that it will be difficult to keep hold of the 20-year-old beyond the end of the campaign.
There is great interest in Dorga from the Premier Leaguewith Manchester United one of the main clubs vying for his signature, but Caught Offside report that Liverpool could still do a deal.
The Reds are keeping a close eye on the starlet, and United’s lack of progress has opened the door for other potential suitors to enter the race. Lecce value the youngster at around €50m (£42m) and there is likely to be a lot of interest this month, with Chelsea, Manchester City and a number of other clubs from across Europe said to be interested.
Dorgu shows great potential
The Danish youngster recently received an award for his displays in 2024, while also receiving praise from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
It’s no wonder the Lecce star picked up the honour, given he scored his first international goal in a 2-0 win against Switzerland in September and has also put in some equally impressive performances at club level.
The Danish international established himself as a key player for Lecce, which he has now become 55 performs for the club, showing his versatility also playing on both wings.
During the past year, the ace born in Copenhagen has been in 97th percentile for non-penalty goals at 90, compared to other full-backs, while also ranking in the 94th percentile for aerial shots won.
As such, Dorgu could be a solid long-term replacement for Robertson, so it’s exciting news that Liverpool could beat Man United to his signature.
