Liverpool are reportedly preparing a £70m bid for the striker to replace Sadio Mane .He is set to leave with Takumi Minamino as part of the deal.
Liverpool are reportedly considering a serious bid for Leeds United striker Rafinha. They may use Takumi Minamino as a counterweight to the deal. Bayern Munich target Sadio Mane is expected to leave Anfield this summer. Jürgen Klopp busy with plans for a player to replace the Senegal national UFABET team
The Reds have long been big fans of Rafinha. But they face competition from La Liga giants Barcelona and according to The Mirror. Liverpool’s interest has increased in recent days. Because Mane is close to moving out completely. The news report also added that Klopp keen to sign Rafinha and willing to sacrifice Minamino Who has been a useful player in the team since moving to Anfield two and a half years ago.
The Athletic claim Leeds want between £60m and £70m for their star. That could put Liverpool in an advantageous position in their pursuit of his signature. As financially crippled Barcelona may not be able to pay the asking price unless they sell the player. Before Rafinha is currently in charge for Brazil netted 11 goals in 35 Premier League appearances for Leeds last season.
They escaped relegation on the final day of their 2-1 win over Brentford. The 25-year-old netting one goal from the penalty shoot-out. Additionally, Minamino’s release to Elland Road as part of an agreement for Rafinha. It may not be a huge loss for Liverpool. But the Japan international has played a key role in the squad when he netted 10 goals in all competitions last season. Especially helping the Reds reach the League Cup finals.
After the 27-year-old netted in the Reds’ win over Southampton in the final semi-final of the season. Jürgen Klopp said it was a ‘Serious offense’ that he doesn’t play more often. Two months ago, the Liverpool boss admitted how difficult. It was to let Minamino leave the club. It’s incredibly difficult for him and for me as well. Because it’s really hard For all these things. He said Taki is in an incredible moment.