Xabi Alonso seeking three strong signings at Liverpool as he lays out demands amid continued links to replace Arne Slot.
According to Fichajes, Xabi Alonso continues to be linked with a move to Liverpool to replace Arne Slot in the summer. The former Real Madrid boss has reportedly laid out demands to make three key signings in the summer to strengthen the existing squad.
Liverpool have had a terrible season, as the pressure on Arne Slot continued to mount. The expectation from many is to see the Dutchman leave his post in the close season, with former midfielder Xabi Alonso being continually linked with the job.
The report states that Alonso has already put forward demands to bring certain players, and has earmarked three key signings for the club in the close season. A defender, a winger and a key midfielder are being named in the story, as the Spaniard wants to fortify those areas of his squad ahead of the new season.
The three players are Adam Wharton, Alessandro Bastoni and Bradley Barcola, as Liverpool have been linked with all three. As a measure of balance, the club does need players in those positions, but it remains to be seen whether they can fulfil Alonso’s wishes, considering PSG have already knocked back enquiries from Liverpool for Barcola.
Bastoni has been linked with Liverpool for some time now, with rumours suggesting Inter Milan could accept an offer to sell their key defender. A left-sided centre-back is essential given the doubts over the immediate futures of Virgil van Dijk, while Ibrahima Konaté could also leave. Hence, the links to Bastoni make sense, though the defender might prove a costly affair.
Will Liverpool fulfil Alonso’s wishes?
Barcola is a curious option and probably the most difficult to achieve from Alonso’s reported three-man wishlist. PSG have no interest in selling him and are reportedly in talks over a new deal for the exciting winger. Even if they were to consider a sale, Liverpool would not be alone in the race, as several other clubs are chasing the Frenchman.
Adam Wharton has been linked with Liverpool, but there are other competitors for the England international. The Crystal Palace star could be someone Liverpool have been craving for their midfield for a few years now. While Alonso’s wishlist might seem achievable, there are genuine doubts over whether Liverpool can bring all three names on the Spaniard’s terms.
