Liverpool are keeping an eye on Feyenoord midfielder Orkun Kokcu amidst Benfica interest
As per Dutch outlet 1908.nl (h/t Liverpool Echo), Liverpool are keeping an eye on Feyenoord midfielder Orkun Kokcu amidst interest from Portuguese giant Benfica.
The report reveals that although Benfica remain in pole position to sign the Turkish international, they are wary of interest from the Premier League club.
Kokcu was one of the key players in the Feyenoord side that won the Dutch league this season. The 22-year-old scored 12 goals and assisted five in 46 appearances in all competitions from midfield.
The Feyenoord youth product is a central midfielder who can operate as a number 10 as well. Concerning his attributes, the Turk is great at passing, creating chances, attempting long shots with good accuracy and taking in-direct set pieces.
Kokcu’s current contract with the Dutch side runs until the summer of 2025 (Transfermarkt). It remains to be seen what his future plans are.
Liverpool are close to making their summer signing in the shape of Alexis Mac Allister. The Argentine is undergoing medical and the deal could be completed this week before he joins up with the national side.
But, we know that the Reds need more than one midfielder this summer if they are to fare better next season. They are in contact with the agents of French midfielders Khephren Thuram and Manu Kone.
Kokcu provides a different dimension in terms of what Jurgen Klopp wants from his midfield players. The Turk can play the role of a playmaker and add goal contributions from the midfield, something Liverpool have lacked in the recent past.
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It also won’t be the end of the world if the Reds miss out on the 22-year-old. Benfica might sign him in the coming days. If that happens, fans would want Liverpool to go after a more proven player who can guarantee a degree of consistency in the Premier League.
