Real Madrid recently announced that their talisman Karim Benzema will be leaving the club this summer which increases the chances of the Los Blancos signing Liverpool star Roberto Firmino.
The departure confirmation of Karim Benzema opens up the opportunity for Roberto Firmino
Liverpool’s season has ended and now is a crucial time to see how the club does with the business end of the season. One thing is certain that the Reds will have a very busy summer transfer window.
Jurgen Klopp and the newly appointed Sporting Director Jorg Schmadtke have the job to rebuild the squad. This is needed so that they can compete in the higher stage and challenge for the title.
Many think that they will be targeting only rebuilding their midfield. But Klopp has admitted he will be looking to improve every department.
Meanwhile, the fans are also keeping an eye on Spanish side Real Madrid. They might sign Roberto Firmino as Benzema is leaving the club after playing for 14 years in the white shirt. The Spanish giants released a statement on Sunday where they confirmed the French forward will be leaving the club.
The Frenchman will reportedly join his fellow teammate, former Real Madrid star, Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi League. According to a report, the 35-year-old will join Al-Ittihad on a free transfer in a deal worth €200M per year.
As stated by Liverpool.com,
“Benzema’s departure signals the end of a great period with Real Madrid, and may also point to the end of an era as Luka Modrić and Toni Kroos near the end of their respective careers.
Not only that, but it could have a knock-on effect for a Liverpool favorite. Roberto Firmino has been linked with a move to the Bernabéu (via Fabrizio Romano/TEAMTALK) as he brings an end to his time at Liverpool.
It’s difficult seeing the Brazilian going to Madrid as a first-choice forward, but it’s a move you couldn’t begrudge him after years of service at Anfield.”
Caicedo agrees terms with Arsenal
Meanwhile, Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo has agreed on personal terms with Arsenal according to Ecuadorian outlet Teradeportes (via The Mirror). Caicedo will be leaving the Seagulls along with Alexis Mac Allister, who looks all set to join Liverpool.
The Gunners are leading the race for the midfielder as they qualified for the Champions League. Although the Ecuadorian international has not decided whether to join the north London side. Chelsea might offer better wages, alluring him to Stamford Bridge.
Also, Liverpool are not to be thrown out of the equation but no UCL could incline Caicedo to join the Premier League runners-up.
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