Liverpool are reportedly planning to make a move for PSV Eindhoven attacker, Johan Bakayoko in the January transfer window.
Several Premier League clubs showed a lot of interest in Bakayoko during the summer transfer window. Liverpool were frequently listed as prospective suitors, but Brentford made a firm offer for the winger.
In light of a prospective January bid, Team Talk has now confirmed Liverpool are ‘doing their due diligence’ on Bakayoko. The 20-year-old is believed to be of “concrete interest” to them.
The Belgium international made the decision to remain with PSV last month after they advanced to the group stages of the UEFA Champions League. But if they fail to advance to the knockout round, he might reevaluate his options in January.
Liverpool might be prepared to sign Bakayoko by then. In fact, they are one of five Premier League clubs that are maintaining a keen interest in him.
This transfer situation can be reminiscent of the time Jurgen Klopp sealed the transfer of Cody Gakpo from the same club last January. Gakpo looks to be on his way to Manchester United only for Liverpool to hijack the deal from the claws of their eternal rivals.
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After being poised to shatter their transfer record to sign the Belgian international, Brentford might still be in the running. As previously indicated, PSV’s hopes of keeping him will hinge on how far the club performs in Europe.
He was nurtured in their youth system and currently has a contract with the Eindhoven club till 2026. He has made 45 appearances at the senior level and has contributed 10 assists and 7 goals.
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