Trent Alexander-Arnold and James Maddison were caught sharing a laugh during England’s training session, fueling rumors of Maddison being a Liverpool target.
90 min reported that Liverpool, known for their success in signing players from relegated clubs, could be eyeing the £60m-rated Maddison following Leicester City’s relegation.
Maddison: Possible transfer to Liverpool
With Mason Mount likely to join Manchester United, Maddison could be a perfect alternative for Liverpool. The club is keen to strengthen their midfield this summer, and Maddison’s impressive form in the Premier League makes him an attractive prospect.
Leicester City’s anticipated firesale, due to their relegation, is expected to include Maddison as their prized asset. Liverpool will rely on Alexander-Arnold to sell the project to the England international and convince him to join their ranks.
However, Liverpool faces competition from Manchester United and Arsenal for Mason Mount’s signature.
If Liverpool fails to secure Mount, journalist Ben Jacobs suggests that Maddison could emerge as a target for the club. Leicester may be willing to lower their asking price to around £40m as they are indeed relegated.
Maddison is an elite class
Despite Leicester’s disappointing season, Maddison’s reputation remains intact. He showcased his talent by scoring 10 goals and providing nine assists in the Premier League alone.
Since his arrival at Leicester from Norwich in 2018, only two players – Kevin De Bruyne and Trent Alexander-Arnold – have created more chances in the Premier League, while only three – Mohamed Salah, Harry Kane, and Heung Min-Son – have had more shots on goal.
Over his five seasons at Leicester, Maddison has established himself as one of the league’s top attacking midfielders, creating numerous chances and registering an impressive number of shots on goal.
His consistent performances have attracted interest from several clubs, with Tottenham and Newcastle currently leading the race.
Maddison’s future
Maddison faces a crucial decision this summer, as he considers his next career move. Liverpool, with Jurgen Klopp leading a transitional period, presents an enticing option for the midfielder. However, the ultimate choice will depend on who can offer the right opportunity and take Maddison to the next level.
Regardless of his decision, Maddison’s impressive track record and statistics make him a highly sought-after player, and more suitors are likely to emerge in the coming weeks.
While reports have suggested that he might prefer a move to the top-4 newcomers Newcastle. Thus, the Reds might lose him due to the Champions League spot.
Leicester values Maddison at around £50m and is open to offers for the attacking midfielder, who has proven his quality with 10 goals and nine assists in the 2022-23 season. Despite Leicester’s relegation, Maddison’s performances have shown that he is capable of playing for the top teams in the league.