A host of Premier League sides are interested in signing Takefusa Kubo ahead of January, with the Real Sociedad star set to cost €60 million.
According to TBR, Takefusa Kubo is back on the radars of top Premier League sides, and there might be an attempt to bring the Japanese international in January. The Real Sociedad winger is being chased by Arsenal, Liverpool, Newcastle United, and Aston Villa.
There’s little time before the January window opens as clubs prepare to bring in some essential players. Arsenal and Liverpool are on the lookout for some attacking talents and could battle it out for Real Sociedad’s 23-year-old La Liga winger Takefusa Kubo.
The Japanese international has been one of the feared wingers in La Liga, and it’s only a matter of time before he makes his move. Liverpool is interested, as they are looking to add a new wide attacker to their squad and keep a watchful eye on Mohamed Salah’s immediate future.
Kubo has the qualities to succeed the Egyptian if needed, with Liverpool reportedly willing to pay more than his release clause, which currently stands at €60 million. Sociedad are unlikely to sell him for anything less than that, meaning either clubs trigger the clause or pay more to allow them to structure a deal with the Spanish side.
Meanwhile, Arsenal are on the lookout for a new wide attacker to take the load off Bukayo Saka. The idea of playing second fiddle to the England international might play a part in determining their chances of signing the 23-year-old La Liga winger, although the Gunners have a fantastic relationship with Sociedad owing to their recent business together.
Newcastle United and Aston Villa keen on Kubo
Newcastle United are prioritising a right winger ahead of January and could consider bringing the Japanese international. The price point ahead of the winter market might be an issue for the Magpies, although they have the means to make this transfer move happen.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa boss Unai Emery is still eager to add another winger to his ranks, and Kubo might be someone he would prefer. The idea of Kubo might excite the Villa boss, but he will know the level of competition the club will need to beat before getting their hands on the 23-year-old La Liga winger.
