Liverpool transfer news today: Branthwaite ADVANTAGE, Zubimendi REVEALS ALL

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·3. Oktober 2024

Liverpool transfer news today: Branthwaite ADVANTAGE, Zubimendi REVEALS ALL

Here is all of your latest Liverpool transfer news today on Thursday 3 October 2024 as Jarrad Branthwaite has been linked with Liverpool and Anthony Lopes has revealed Liverpool tried to sign him.

Carlos Baleba shines against Chelsea

The Liverpool midfield so far this season has performed exceptionally well with some players making their presence known.

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After the transfer window disappointment this summer where the Reds failed to sign Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, Ryan Gravenberch was given the responsibility to fill the defensive midfield role and he has passed this test with flying colours.

However, the performance of one Premier League player this weekend was eye-opening, and with the midfielder having been previously linked to Liverpool, Slot may consider him as a long-term option in the middle of the park.

Carlos Baleba’s influence for Brighton and Hove Albion so far this season has been monstrous looking confident and assured in the Seagulls midfield, and this was highlighted during his performance against Chelsea.

Liverpool want Branthwaite as Van Dijk replacement

Liverpool’s centre-back partnership is flourishing right now, but there is fear on the horizon that the house of cards could come tumbling down if Van Dijk were to leave Anfield.

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The Daily Mail are reporting that Liverpool are willing to beat Manchester United for the signing of Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite.

The Red Devils had a £50m bid rejected for Branthwaite in the summer, with Everton reportedly eyeing at least £70m for the player. If the situation with van Dijk is deteriorating, Liverpool could move for Branthwaite in January to get ahead of any other potential suitors.

Branthwaite’s contract on the blue side of Merseyside runs until summer 2027, however with Everton in dire straits on the pitch and facing turmoil off it - and an American takeover aiming to offset the costs of the new Bramley Moore Dock Stadium - becoming a regular starter at Anfield could be enough to tempt Branthwaite across Stanley Park.

Anthony Lopes confirms Liverpool were interested

Legendary Lyon goalkeeper Anthony Lopes, who has made 489 appearances for the club, was reportedly a target for Liverpool this summer as they looked to replace the potentially outgoing Kelleher.

According to L’Equipe (Via Get Football News France), Liverpool made an approach for the 34-year-old to become their new back-up goalkeeper in the summer, but Lopes was determined to find a move where he could be the number one.

Now, Lopes has been transfer-listed and told he will not play for Lyon again and he has spoken of his regret.

"Had [Liverpool’s approach] occurred at the end of the transfer window, maybe my choice would have been different,” Lopes told L’Equipe.

Zubimendi doesn't regret staying

Liverpool are thriving under Arne Slot, currently sitting top of the Premier League after six matches. There was one man that Slot wanted to add to his team for this season though, Martin Zubimendi.

Although Zubimendi eventually made the decision to remain at his boyhood club rather than make the move to Merseyside, his future still remains very uncertain and a transfer to Liverpool may not be off the cards.

Despite recent reports, Zubimendi has reaffirmed his decision to remain at Real Sociedad in a recent press conference for the team.

“My philosophy is to do in each moment what comes from within me. So far, that has worked well for me. It's true that there was a lot of noise, and I went through uncomfortable moments. The best thing for me was to stay here, and I’m happy and at peace,” Zubimendi said, via Noticias de Gipuzkoa.

Why Gleison Bremer is the perfect Van Dijk replacement

Liverpool might have found an ideal centre-back to replace Virgil van Dijk in the form of Gleison Bremer.

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The Juventus defender has been instrumental in their remarkable run of 540 minutes without conceding a goal in Serie A. The Italian giants remain the only team in Europe's top five leagues to achieve this so far.

This impressive feat is a collective achievement, but Bremer stands out as one of the key reasons behind it. He has played every minute of those 540 minutes, providing a rock-solid defence in front of goalkeeper Mattia Perin.

Bremer leads Serie A in completed passes with 466, ranks first among centre-backs for tackles, and is tied for fourth place overall in the league.

Despite interest from Premier League clubs, including Liverpool, Bremer chose to extend his contract with Juventus until 2029 during the summer.

Sources at Anfield Watch have confirmed Liverpool's interest in the Brazilian defender during this point, but he could certainly be an option down the line, too.

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