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Can Liverpool Secure Chelsea Defender for Next Season?

This is one that just won’t go away even after the dramas last summer and the finances in the current day. In the bustling landscape of football transfers, the buzz around Levi Colwill is again picking up steam. The Chelsea defender, who has been pivotal for his club, is now strongly linked with a move to Liverpool. GIVEMESPORT sources are hinting at growing confidence from clubs willing to test Chelsea’s resolve with hefty bids for the 2024/25 season. Whilst Chelsea face the issues tehy do, this can’t be ruled out either.

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What’s Been Said

“There’s a growing belief among top clubs that Levi Colwill could be prised away from Chelsea,” sources say, hinting at Liverpool’s active interest. This comes as no surprise given Jurgen Klopp’s penchant for robust defenders who can adapt to his high-energy style. Liverpool clearly looked at the England youngster last summer and whether that was used for a new deal or not, the situation will be very different 12 months down the line.

The Key Stats

Levi Colwill, at just 21 years old, has already made significant strides. Standing at 1.87 meters, the left-footed centre-back has shown his prowess in Chelsea’s defence and his potential value on transfermarket.com – currently at £50 million. His stats are impressive: with a contract running until 2029, Colwill boasts 23 appearances this season and has already made his mark internationally, featuring for England’s senior team.

Compare Him To

Liverpool’s roster includes Jarell Quansah, a player who mirrors Colwill’s defensive strengths. In fact, Quansah wouldn’t have made the eat he has if another centre half had come in, so it’s a natural comparison as they’re the same age, too. Both players share a remarkable success rate in aerial duels (both at 68.3%) and have similar tackle success percentages, indicating that Colwill could seamlessly transition into the Liverpool backline. Their comparable defensive stats suggest that Colwill could potentially be a strategic fit for Liverpool’s defensive ambitions. Whether that be in a back three or whatever.

Likelihood and Fee

Considering the competitive nature of the market, Colwill’s transfer fee, backed by his £110,000-per-week wage packet and the length of his contract, poses a challenge for Liverpool, and this is where it gets hard to see. The valuation from GIVEMESPORT sets the bar high, acknowledging the difficulty in convincing Chelsea to release such a talented prospect. Nevertheless, with Liverpool’s history of making strategic signings, the likelihood of a bid cannot be dismissed. Especially if Chelsea’s situation is as desperate around FFP as made out. One not to get too hot over, but no surprise if something does move.