Liverpool Transfer News Roundup: Reds interested in Perr Schuurs, club eying Kalvin Phillips, and more - August 22, 2023
Liverpool are working to add more quality to their squad before the end of the summer. Jurgen Klopp has signed three new faces so far in the current transfer window.
Meanwhile, the Reds are interested in Perr Schuurs. Elsewhere, the Merseyside club are also keeping a close eye on Kalvin Phillips.
On that note, let's take a look at the major Liverpool transfer news from August 22, 2023.
Liverpool have set their sights on defender Perr Schuurs, according to Football Insider. The Reds are planning to add more steel to their backline this summer, although they do have a solid pair in Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate. However, Jurgen Klopp wants more cover in the defense and is now looking for a budget option.
Schuurs has turned heads at the Merseyside club following his impressive rise with Torino. Liverpool even sent scouts to watch the player during the recent game against Cagliari. The Reds don't want to spend too much money on their defense this summer and the Dutchman has emerged as an option. The 23-year-old is under contract with the Serie A side until 2026 and is likely to be available for £30m.
Liverpool are interested in midfielder Kalvin Phillips, according to talkSPORT. The Merseyside club have focused solely on their midfield this summer so far, bringing in three new players. However, Jurgen Klopp is looking to add more quality to the middle of the park to help him control games this season. Phillips has popped up on the German manager's radar.
The English midfielder has found it tough to break in Pep Guardiola's starting XI and remains a peripheral figure in the Manchester City squad. The arrival of Mateo Kovacic has further compounded his woeful situation. Phillips' contract with the Citizens runs until
Read on sportskeeda.com
