Liverpool have started negotiations with Nice over Khéphren Thuram, claims the French L’Equipe. Jurgen Klopp wants to strengthen the midfield and is interested in the 22-year-old footballer, whose transfer would amount to around 60,000,000 euros.Liverpool struggled all season in midfield. Jordan Henderson, Fabinho and James Milner showed signs of aging and let the Liverpool manager know that reinforcements were necessary. Jude Bellingham was mentioned, the Reds gave up on him because of the astronomical price that Real Madrid are ready to pay, so England’s national team player will go to Madrid.One of the footballers who is still in circulation is Alexis Mac Allister and his transfer from Brighton could be realized soon. Naby Keita, Roberto Firmino, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and James Milner will leave the club and their wages could free up additional funds for potential arrivals.##NAJAVA_MECA_7292322##Khéphren Thuram was selected in the Ligue 1 team of the season, made his debut for the French national team and was wanted by Chelsea at one point, but now seems to be the closest to Anfield. In Liverpool, they are impressed by the reliability and energy of the young Frenchman. His height resembles Fabinho, who he could naturally replace given the Brazilian’s age. Klopp believes Khéphren ‘s physicality and speed are needed to return to the trophy race next season.The youngest son of the legendary Lilian Thuram and brother of Marcus Thuram, striker of Borussia Mönchengladbach, played as many as 48 games this season and scored two goals with eight assists. The leaders of Liverpool have reportedly met with representatives of the midfielder, who especially appreciates Jurgen Klopp and wants to continue developing under the German strategist.👤 Alexis Mac Allister👤 Manu Koné👤 Khéphren ThuramWill this be Liverpool’s midfield trio rebuild? 👷♂️ pic.twitter.com/E9j5zLeZNf— Squawka (@Squawka) May 31, 2023 Recently, however, Thuram stated that he feels good in Nice and has no intention of leaving.”I want to improve, be on the field and have fun. I’m currently in Nice, I like the club, I still see myself here. There are rumors, but I hope to continue to grow with the club,” Thuram said at the time.However, the English giant recently knocked on the door and the question is whether Thuram will remain immune to the call from Anfield. Liverpool are in desperate need of rejuvenation in midfield and the Frenchman is emerging as an exciting solution. He seems like the type of player Klopp could hone to his liking in rebuilding the new Liverpool midfield.
