In a surprising turn of events, Liverpool are rumoured to be considering a return for Dutch forward Donyell Malen, whom they missed out on signing in 2021 when he opted for a move to Borussia Dortmund.
Malen, who showcased his prowess by contributing to a total of 18 goals last season, appears to be regaining the form that initially attracted interest from top clubs during his time at PSV Eindhoven.
With Dortmund securing the loan signing of Jadon Sancho from Manchester United, speculations arise about Malen’s future at the German club.
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Sancho back at Dortmund
According to renowned football journalist Christian Falk, Sancho’s arrival might intensify the competition for playing time, putting pressure on Malen.
Falk suggests that there is a possibility of Dortmund entertaining offers for the 24-year-old forward, stating in his column for CaughtOffside,
“Sancho’s arrival would put a lot of pressure on Donyell Malen. He could be sold immediately.”
Although Liverpool are not in urgent need of additional attacking options, the club has been consistently linked with Malen over the past few months.
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Reports from September 2023 indicated that Jurgen Klopp was monitoring a potential £52 million move for the talented forward.
Despite Malen expressing openness to a new challenge, as noted by Sky Sports’ Florian Plettenberg, a January move to Anfield remains a total surprise.
While the unpredictability of football always leaves room for unexpected transfers, the likelihood of Malen joining Liverpool, either in the current transfer window or the summer, appears relatively low.
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In the football transfer landscape, where surprises are not uncommon, the potential departure of Malen from Dortmund and Liverpool’s renewed interest adds an intriguing layer to the ongoing transfer saga.
Whether this speculated move materializes or not, the football community remains eager to witness how the intricate dance of transfers unfolds in the coming weeks.
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