Liverpool still retain an interest in Ismaila Sarr, as Jurgen Klopp could reportedly re-enter the market for an attacker.
According to Fichajes, Liverpool retain an interest in Ismaila Sarr, with Jurgen Klopp set to remain in the market for an offensive signing. The Senegalese international is one of the players the Reds are keeping tabs on, but there is plenty of interest from other Premier League clubs.
Last week, when Ismaila Sarr scored a brilliant 50-yard lob against West Bromwich Albion, many opined the player did not belong in the EFL Championship. Soon enough, the 24-year-old’s name was mentioned alongside plenty of Premier League club, with a move away from Watford being what the player wanted.
Having been frustrated by Watford’s asking price in the last two summers, the Senegalese wide man has somehow remained with the Hornets. Sarr does represent the club’s best chance to gain immediate promotion back to the Premier League, but the kind of interest he attracts may make it challenging for them to keep hold of the winger.
Leeds United are considered close to landing the 24-year-old attacker, with Jesse Marsch still in the market for a replacement for Raphinha. However, there is further interest from Crystal Palace, Everton, West Ham United and even Newcastle United in Sarr.
Manchester United are also considering an approach, and Watford’s reported £35 million asking prices might not pose a problem for the big clubs. As things stand, Liverpool retain an admiration of the 24-year-old wide man, who has long been linked with a switch to Merseyside.
This summer, Jurgen Klopp could look at the void left by Sadio Mane’s departure and may consider bringing in a viable replacement. Liverpool did sign Darwin Nunez to shore up Klopp’s attacking options in the aftermath of the Senegalese international’s exit, but the wide areas remain somewhat short of the required quality.
Luis Diaz proved his worth with a stunning solo strike against Crystal Palace, but Klopp may need to bring in a new star with a long season ahead. Sarr has continuously been linked with Liverpool in the past, but whether the German manager will see the need to sign someone remains to be seen.
Liverpool are credibly linked with names like Yeremy Pino, among others, but recently Klopp may have hinted at shutting shop in terms of new signings. Many have urged the Liverpool boss to sign a new midfielder after Thiago Alcantara’s recent injury, but Klopp has decided to shrug off any rumours.
As for Sarr, a move away from Watford could materialise one way or another. And if Liverpool are serious about their interest, he could readily move to Anfield. In any case, to further his career, he will sign for a Premier League club, as it will be interesting to see whether that club is Liverpool.
