Arne Slot’s Liverpool reportedly view AS Monaco full-back Vanderson as a potential replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold.
According to a report from Empire of the Kop, Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes has his eye on AS Monaco’s Vanderson as he looks for a new right-back who can help them cope with Trent Alexander-Arnold’s departure.
Vanderson joined the Ligue 1 giants at the start of 2022, and he has not looked back since. The 23-year-old full-back has gone on to establish himself as a key figure in the team, and he has been a consistent performer for the team in recent seasons.
While he prefers playing as a right-back, the Brazilian international can feature in any role on the right flank. The youngster has been involved in a total of 39 matches this season, and he has contributed towards seven goals. His impressive rise has not gone unnoticed, as there are multiple top clubs who want to sign him.
Liverpool to intensify their pursuit of a new right-back
Vanderson’s contract at AS Monaco runs until the summer of 2028 after he penned a new deal towards the start of 2024. While there are still three years left on his contract, Liverpool could try to lure him away this summer.
The Reds are in the market for a new right-back as Trent Alexander-Arnold’s departure has now become certain. The Liverpool vice-captain confirmed his departure on Monday, and their sporting director, Richard Hughes is already working to sign an ideal replacement.
Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong is their priority target for the role, and they are ready to submit an offer worth €35-€40 million. While the Reds are looking to go all out, there are other top clubs who want him and the German club could look for an even bigger fee.
Vanderson to replace Alexander-Arnold
If the Reds fail to land Jeremie Frimpong, Hughes could turn his attention towards Vanderson, who is also a part of his shortlist. The 23-year-old is considered an ideal alternative to Frimpong. The Brazilian international has a strong defensive base, and he can certainly contribute in the final third.
More importantly, his known for his work rate and could easily slot into Slot’s system that relies on a lot of pressing. While the Reds do have Conor Bradley in their squad and he can replace Alexander-Arnold in the long run, they want a more experienced option. Slot seeks more quality and depth, as a result, they could look to sign Vanderson if they miss out on Frimpong.
