Liverpool have reportedly engaged in discussions with Corinthians’ defender Lucas Beraldo, indicating a potential move to Anfield during the upcoming January transfer window.
Although Joel Matip‘s contract is set to expire at the end of the season, his standout performance against Manchester City highlights the value he still brings to the team.
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Identifying a successor with comparable experience is challenging, but Liverpool sees Lucas Beraldo as a potential candidate.
Recent reports from Brazilian outlet UOL suggest that Liverpool are the frontrunner to secure the 20-year-old’s services in the winter transfer window.
However, the Sunday People now reports that Newcastle United are prepared to compete with Liverpool for the Brazilian defender, and interest is also noted from Manchester United, Tottenham, and Chelsea.
Newcastle’s manager, Eddie Howe, is eager to bolster the defensive lineup, despite the team conceding the fourth-fewest goals (14) in the Premier League this season.
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Notably, the Merseysiders have reportedly initiated discussions to sign the young talent in 2024. Securing Beraldo’s transfer in January would offer Jurgen Klopp the advantage of having him learn from Matip before the veteran defender departs at the end of the season.
The exact cost of acquiring Beraldo remains uncertain, with conflicting reports on the valuation. Nevertheless, it appears that the transfer fee will likely be less than the previously mentioned £20 million.
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