Liverpool under pressure to close deal as Chelsea shift summer transfer goalposts from Moises Caicedo

Chelsea could shift attention towards Liverpool target Romeo Lavia

As Liverpool continue to explore options to strengthen their midfield, they face competition from Chelsea for the signature of Romeo Lavia. The Reds have been closely monitoring the talented 19-year-old and are eager to secure his services to bolster their squad.

However, Chelsea’s pursuit of Lavia certainly adds another layer of complexity to the transfer saga. The London club recently had an £80m bid rejected for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo, and if negotiations for the Ecuadorian midfielder hit a roadblock, they might turn their attention to Lavia as an alternative option.

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Liverpool’s initial bid for Lavia stood turned down by Southampton, who value the player at £50m. This rejection has not deterred the Reds, as they ready a second bid for the midfielder. Jurgen Klopp certainly remains determined to secure Lavia’s services and could very well future proof the position by landing the Belgian.

Chelsea threat to the Reds

Both Liverpool and Chelsea recognize his qualities and the impact he could have on their respective squads, which is why they are eager to secure his services. Caicedo’s price tag was probably one of the reasons why Liverpool saw themselves out of the race for the Ecuadorian, and that might also be the case for Chelsea should Brighton sit tight with their hefty valuation of the player.

For Liverpool, the pursuit of Lavia is part of their broader strategy to reinforce their midfield after the departures of several key players over the summer. Jurgen Klopp is keen to add depth and quality to his squad to compete effectively in multiple competitions.

The Reds will be well aware that time is of the essence, with Chelsea also showing strong interest in Lavia. As a result, negotiations for a potential deal may possibly become more challenging as both clubs strive to secure the midfielder’s signature.

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Klopp and the club’s hierarchy will need to act decisively and swiftly to put forward a compelling offer that convinces Southampton to part ways with their prized midfielder while keeping in mind the urgency to get a deal over given Chelsea’s interest.