Torino signed Perr Schuurs from Ajax last summer, and the Dutch international defender is a target for Liverpool.
Perr Schuurs has established himself as one of the most promising young defenders in Serie A. And a report from Fichajes claims that Liverpool and Newcastle United are keen on signing the 23-year-old.
The Reds will face competition from Premier League rivals Newcastle United as well. The 23-year-old has signed a long-term contract with Torino, who could demand a premium for his services in the summer.
It remains to be seen whether Liverpool are prepared to break the bank for his services. It is no secret that Liverpool will have to bring in defensive reinforcements at the end of the season.
Ibrahima Konate and Virgil van Dijk are the only reliable central defenders at the club right now. Joe Gomez and Joel Matip have been hugely underwhelming this season, and the two players are injury prone as well. Liverpool should look to cash in on them and bring in quality alternatives in the summer.
The 23-year-old Dutch defender would be a quality, long-term investment for Liverpool. And the opportunity to play for a big Premier League club could be an exciting option for the player as well.
Meanwhile, Newcastle have more financial resources compared to Liverpool and it will be interesting to see if the Reds can convince the Dutch international to snub the opportunity to join the Magpies and move to Anfield instead.
Working under a world-class coach like Jurgen Klopp will certainly help Schuurs fulfil his tremendous potential. The 23-year-old is still quite young, and he is likely to improve with coaching and experience. He could develop into a top-class defender in the near future.
Furthermore, the opportunity to play alongside his compatriot van Dijk will be an attractive proposition as well. Liverpool are likely to miss out on Champions League football next season after a disappointing league campaign.
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It will be interesting to see whether the absence of Champions League football affects Liverpool’s chances of signing the 23-year-old defender at the end of the season. Newcastle, on the other hand, have a good chance of making the top four and they could provide stern competition to Liverpool for the talented young defender.
