Top contenders revealed: Liverpool’s potential replacements for Fabinho
In recent reports, Liverpool has been diligently crafting a list of potential candidates to fill the void left by Fabinho, who is rumored to be on the brink of an exit from Anfield. The news comes in the aftermath of Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson’s alleged links to a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League.
According to reliable sources, Liverpool received an offer from Al Ittihad for Fabinho, prompting the 29-year-old midfielder to be excluded from the current 32-man Germany party. Although the move to the Saudi Pro League hasn’t been finalized yet, it appears that Liverpool’s management, led by Jurgen Klopp, is wasting no time in preparing for all eventualities.
MailSport has disclosed the four players that have caught the attention of Liverpool’s scouting team. Manchester City’s Kalvin Phillips, the talented Ryan Gravenberch, Belgian international Romeo Lavia, and the reported Manchester United target, Sofyan Amrabat, are among the top contenders listed as potential replacements for Fabinho.
Corroborating these claims, Sky Sports reporter Melissa Reddy tweeted that Liverpool has indeed been exploring longer-term options to replace Fabinho, although the profile of the ideal candidate might need to shift to suit an immediate starting role. She noted that names like Sofyan Amrabat, Ryan Gravenberch, Kalvin Phillips, and Romeo Lavia have been among those discussed.
However, some Liverpool fans have expressed their reservations regarding the reported list of candidates. They hope that the club has other, potentially better targets in mind and that the current names are merely a smokescreen to conceal the real pursuit.
The debate has led to various speculations among fans. Some believe that Kalvin Phillips, being a British player, could be a logical choice, though they acknowledge that Manchester City might be reluctant to sell to their closest rivals. Others have suggested that Florentino Luis, also known as “el lobo,” could be a hidden target despite not featuring on the current list.
As the rumor mill continues to churn, there are indications that the list of potential candidates to replace Fabinho might undergo changes in the near future. With financial possibilities in play, fans wonder if a significant windfall of £40 million, potentially arising from a different transfer deal, could pave the way for unforeseen developments in Liverpool’s pursuit, possibly including the consideration of Moises Caicedo as an option.
Only time will tell who will ultimately don the Liverpool jersey to fill the void left by Fabinho. The Anfield faithful eagerly await official announcements, as the club works diligently to secure a strong and capable midfield presence for the seasons ahead.