Former Liverpool defender Jose Enrique thinks there is one way the Reds can respond to midfield target Aurelien Tchouameni's decision to join Real Madrid.
Jurgen Klopp has identified midfield as a position that needs strengthening this summer and AS Monaco's Tchouameni was thought to be a top target. There were suggestions that Liverpool are leading the race for the 22-year-old.
It then emerged that both the Reds and Real Madrid have an agreement in place with Tchouameni. Los Blancos reportedly stepped up their interest in the France international after their top target snubbed them in favor of staying at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
It now appears Tchouameni has opted for Real Madrid as his preferred destination ahead of the summer. Carlo Ancelotti's side are tipped to acquire the midfielder's services from Monaco for €80 million.
The news will prove to be a huge blow to the Reds, who were hopeful of landing him. Enrique, though, does not want his former employers to dwell on the setback and has offered a potential solution to them.
Enrique has urged Liverpool to strike a deal for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham. The former Reds left-back feels the Anfield outfit will not have to worry about the midfield position for years to come if they sign the 18-year-old. He wrote on Twitter:
"What we should do is go all [out] for Bellingham. [He] is 18 and is top class and we [will] stop worrying about the midfield for many years to come."
Bellingham has made 44 appearances across all competitions for Borussia Dortmund this season. He scored six goals and provided 14 assists in the process.
Can Liverpool sign Bellingham after losing Tchouameni to Real Madrid?
Bellingham has been a key player for Borussia Dortmund since he joined them from Birmingham City for £22.5 million in 2020. He has scored 10 goals and provided 18 assists from 90 matches in all competitions for the German giants.
The England international's performances for Borussia Dortmund have seen him attract interest from the Premier League. Liverpool have often been linked with a move for the midfielder.
It remains to be seen if the Reds will turn to Bellingham, with Tchouameni now tipped to join Real Madrid. However, the teenager will not be an easy target to get even if they step up their interest in him.
Borussia Dortmund are likely to be reluctant to let another star player leave this summer, having already sanctioned a move for Erling Haaland. Manchester City have already reached an agreement to sign the Norwegian ahead of the 2022-23 season.
Dickiebash©®
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klopp dont buy expensive players, he makes them players out of nothing, not money..Be in for a surprise whats coming next, The klopps ways is the magic way.. Thats why he won manager of the year.. YNWA Boss of the world 💪 🌎
which money did you buy Darwin Nunez from now? mane? lolll
AbubakrGH
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Bellingham is a good player but an English as well
AnupMaharjan
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we need top top midfilders...one is not enough... Henderson...Thiago all getting old....keita can't play full season....fabino is only the one..
yeuabdips
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Bellingham a fantastic player i really wanna see this little fellow in the YNWA colours, my prayers starts now
Baresi10
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We bought them with money earned from Couthino. We don't have a magic money tree or government help. We do football the right way.
Lies
Tomchiyaka10
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True
besacelmpy
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do you know how much he bought van dijk, how much Alisson is worth, how much Luis Diaz is worth you better keep shut and face front
We bought them with money earned from Couthino. We don't have a magic money tree or government help. We do football the right way.
Tobbcnopry
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Red must the final on Saturday believe me I trust my team
yoyikstu
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Overrated English players
bawcdimnt
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we really should hijack Tielman deal from Arsenal
u should sign hime bro.... no hijacking there.... Arsenal am their diehard fan since 2004 but even Aston villa are serious than them during this important summer transfer window surely.. I pity my club aki.... and I don't blame Edu and Arteta I think we should change ownship... aki
Tizdenpsty
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We must win him this time
inumaki
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the amount of talent Liverpool academy has these days there's no need for spending 80 mil over him
Socceress
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Jude is a good option in midfield but he might cost around 50 million Euros going by his age and stats. Liverpool scouts must do a thorough job this summer transfer window.
lightrex
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we really should hijack Tielman deal from Arsenal
GodCool
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Liverpool will never go for overpriced and not proven English players.
Dickiebash©®
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klopp dont buy expensive players, he makes them players out of nothing, not money..Be in for a surprise whats coming next, The klopps ways is the magic way.. Thats why he won manager of the year.. YNWA Boss of the world 💪 🌎
do you know how much he bought van dijk, how much Alisson is worth, how much Luis Diaz is worth you better keep shut and face front
Vetabciktu
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klopp dont buy expensive players, he makes them players out of nothing, not money..Be in for a surprise whats coming next, The klopps ways is the magic way.. Thats why he won manager of the year.. YNWA Boss of the world 💪 🌎
Qiutjagz
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Lol... They better rush and sign him now cos Perez has already informed Dortmund of his plans to bring him to Madrid in 2023 as Modric's replacement...
Badhur
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If he does not want to come then let him go
Damaunaw
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Dortmund never reluctant to sell any players if they got a Big offer
JoeRock
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get kavin Philips before city get them..
4rthur
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if only they are willing to splash about 150million cash which I don't see them doing
Trevorn
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Except Bellingham and Dortmund president already stated that he is not leaving this summer. But what Enrique is saying is true, signing Bellingham means having one less position to worry about for years to come. He would easily fit into their squad too.