Liverpool have kept eyes on young gun, Franck Yannick Kessie the Ivorian midfielder who has raised brows of many around. The other teams interested in him are Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United.
What has this young boy got that has got some of these big clubs to follow him? He is a talented midfielder who currently plays for AC Milan and the Ivorian national team
Liverpool might be having a few reasons to get him. One of them must be because of the departure of Gini Wijnaldum to Paris. It may not be only for his talent but to fill in the vacant gap, as we know how tough the premier league is. This is in reference to the chances of injuries that may occur.
The question that may arise in our minds is that where will Klopp fit him in the squad? Well, the more options you have the better your squad is. You can easily manage and rotate your players. This may reduce the chances of injuries and will also provide adequate rest for the players. Players will also be assured of enough game time as The Reds are mostly involved in four competitions.
What plan will the Liverpool Boss have for Franck Kessie?
If Liverpool manages to sign him, it will definitely strengthen their midfield a lot more. With the likes of Henderson, Milner, Elliott, Fabinho, Thiago and others, Franck can add a lot more variety. Jurgen Klopp might certainly feel that signing Franck would definitely be a good idea. He would fit in well with his plan and assure more depth in the current squad.
Since there are many midfielders in the squad already, this will enhance a healthy competition among them to regularly be a part of the starting XI. He has been brilliant for AC Milan so far and that gives him hope to get calls from bigger teams. He has a lot of potentials which is why he has got Liverpool, PSG and Manchester United chasing him.
Well, many Liverpool fans would want another signing in the transfer window just before the season. Thus they are interested in going for him in the January window. The Reds have agreed to offer Franck Kessie, a 7 million per year contract. If he agrees to this and commits to move to Anfield, that would be exciting. Well, time will tell us what this lad has got to offer The Reds.