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Lana Sargsian

19-10-2023 | 13:20 Football
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Jurgen Klopp's backup plan: Who could replace Mohamed Salah if Saudis renew interest in January?

Jurgen Klopp's backup plan: Who could replace Mohamed Salah if Saudis renew interest in January?

Jurgen Klopp is reportedly considering Napoli's Victor Osimhen as a potential replacement for Mohamed Salah, should the Egyptian forward leave Anfield next summer.

Liverpool have been monitoring the Nigerian for a while, but they face competition from Premier League rivals Arsenal and Chelsea in the pursuit of the Nigerian sensation.

The Reds' scouts have been closely watching the 24-year-old during his international duty with Nigeria in Portugal. Klopp, keen to assess Osimhen's abilities, had his scouting team observe the striker in action against Saudi Arabia and Mozambique.

Unfortunately, the Serie A star was subbed off after just an hour in the Saudi Arabia match due to a hamstring injury. A potential move to Merseyside for the player could coincide with Salah's departure, as several Saudi clubs are keen on acquiring the Egyptian forward and are prepared to offer substantial sums for his services.

On the other hand, the relationship between Osimhen and the Naples outfit has soured, particularly after the club's social media incident, and it's increasingly likely that the striker will part ways with the Serie A giants.

However, if a deal for the striker materializes, Liverpool might need to break their transfer record to secure his services. 

 


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