As Arne Slot reorganizes his team, Liverpool may sign a number of substitutes if Ederson decides not to join them this summer.
Ederson, an Atlanta midfielder, has drawn attention from Liverpool fans following rumors that he would be Arne Slot’s first acquisition.
Since the Reds did not prioritize a move for the 24-year-old Brazilian, who shone for the Italian team in their Europa League final victory against Bayer Leverkusen last month, these rumors have been put to rest.
However, Liverpool can choose to seek players other than Ederson in the midfield. And these are five potential signings for the Reds…
Adam Butler
The 19-year-old has had an incredible six months since moving from Blackburn to Crystal Palace for £19 million in January. As a reward for his outstanding play in the second half of the season, he was called up to the England squad for Euro 2024.
The teenager and Manchester City are already being connected for a sensational transfer. Liverpool is aware that acquiring Wharton this summer will be a difficult assignment.
Hall Kiernan Dewsbury
After making waves in the Championship in 2023–2024, Dewsbury–Hall might be leaving Leicester City. The Shepshed-born midfielder helped the Foxes earn an immediate return to the Premier League by scoring 12 goals and dishing out 14 assists in 44 games played in the second division.
Additionally, he was nominated for the Championship Player of the Season award, but Leeds winger Crysencio Summerville won it instead of him. The 25-year-old, who is estimated to be worth £30 million, has previously been connected to Liverpool, though the Reds have consistently denied any involvement with the allegations.
Teun Koopmeiners
Koopmeiners, Ederson’s club teammate, has been one of Atalanta’s best players the last few seasons. In 51 games during the season, he tallied 15 goals and seven assists, helping the Serie A team win the Europa League and place fourth in the league.
The 26-year-old is anticipated to spark transfer rumors this summer after being included in the Europa League team of the season. In recent months, a number of teams, including Liverpool, have been linked to the recruitment of Koopmeiners, reportedly for a sum of about £60 million. However, reports indicate that he is nearing a move to Juventus.
Guimaraes Bruno
Guimaraes, a midfielder for Newcastle, moved from Lyon in January 2022 and has since excelled for the Magpies. The Brazilian has now made 86 top-flight appearances in England during his stay, having participated in all but one Premier League game this season.
