Liverpool could get double boost in Rúben Amorim chase while Barcelona watches on
The Reds are top of the league after beating Brighton. Here’s your round-up of the latest Liverpool news after Manchester City drew 0-0 with Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium.
Sporting CP identifies Rúben Amorim replacement as club braced for Liverpool approach
Sporting CP is braced to receive an offer for Rúben Amorim this summer, who is the favorite to succeed Jürgen Klopp at the end of the season. That’s according to The Times, which reports that the club is already looking at Bayern Munich coach Anthony Barry, who is from Liverpool, as Amorim’s successor.
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It is believed that Amorim could be signed for his release clause fee of $10m (£8m/€9m), providing the Reds a strong alternative after news of Xabi Alonso’s decision to remain at Bayer Leverkusen forced a twist in the Liverpool next manager latest. He would appear to be a strong candidate for the role and given Sporting is already looking for alternatives, he might well be on the move. That would seem like a hint that a Liverpool boost could be coming.
Liverpool.com says: There were immediate questions over whether Xabi Alonso would leave Bayer Leverkusen when he was linked, but it looks as though Sporting CP is effectively resigned to losing Amorim this summer. His style is a better fit for some players in the Liverpool squad. Mohamed Salah and Luis Díáz are two in particular that could shine in his system.
Rúben Amorim also on radar of Barcelona and wants to leave Sporting after winning the double
Sporting CP manager Rúben Amorim is aiming to win the double before leaving the club this summer. And he is also on the radar of Barcelona according to Correio da Manhã (as translated by Sport Witness).
He is reported to be planning to make his final decision at the end of the season, with a focus on building on his successful campaign so far. Sporting is currently top of the league table by a point with a game in hand, and they are also in the final of the Taça de Portugal after beating Benfica over two legs.
Liverpool.com says: Liverpool will need to be aware of interest from Barcelona, but the latest suggests that the Reds remain at the front of the queue for his signature. Nothing seems to be advanced from the La Liga side, which is preparing to part ways with Xavi Hernández at the end of the season, though it would be frustrating if they did eventually hijack a move for Amorim.
I’m not sure his direct and vertical approach matches the style they play at youth level in La Masia, and that’s normally crucial for Barcelona managers. A move to Anfield makes much more sense for the 39-year-old. Add the fact that he would be open to leaving to Sporting already seeking a replacement and that could be a double boost for Liverpool in its managerial hunt.
