Liverpool have added Bryan Mbuemo to the list of potential Mohamed Salah replacements, with the Brentford man likely to accept a new challenge.
According to Fichajes, Liverpool have set sights on Bryan Mbuemo as a potential option to replace Mohamed Salah should the Egyptian depart in the summer. The Cameroonian has been a good performer for Brentford in the Premier League and might get tempted by the prospect of a new challenge in his career.
Liverpool eyes Bryan Mbuemo move
At several clubs, there’s often the case that a brilliant performer tends to go under the radar or in the shadow of a star name in the team. In Brentford’s case, the presence of Ivan Toney has consistently overshadowed Bryan Mbuemo’s contributions, although the Cameroonian has proven himself handy in the Premier League.
Mbeumo, who can operate on both wings albeit the left-hand side, brings his preferred position and could emerge on the list of many top clubs in the summer. The 24-year-old attacker has already proven he can operate independently, as Toney’s absence this season gave him a good platform, and he shone.
Liverpool have now added him to the list of potential Mohamed Salah replacements ahead of the summer. The 24-year-old attacker certainly fits the profile of a player the Merseysiders are seeking to replace the Egyptian. At the same time, his young age provides a significant upside for the future to grow and develop as per Liverpool’s liking.
Brentford will demand a reasonable fee for Mbuemo should Liverpool get serious about signing him. The 24-year-old attacker has a contract until 2026, with the Bees holding the option to extend it further by another season. Irrespective of the Reds coming in for the Cameroonian, many other sides will explore a move for him should Brentford indicate their willingness to sell.
Liverpool is unsure of Salah’s future
Since the end of the summer window, Salah’s future has been a subject of constant speculation, with Saudi Arabian clubs emerging as the Egyptian’s primary suitors. Liverpool hopes to extend his deal after another terrific season that could still win them the Premier League and the Europa League titles.
They might demand significantly to sell the winger, and should they sanction a sale, then Mbuemo could become some of the options to consider. Others like Leroy Sane and Pedro Neto are also seen as targets, although Mbuemo seems a lot more similar to Salah from a positional sense.
