Barcelona are ahead of Liverpool in the race for 18-year-old Royal Antrwerp sensation

Barcelona lead the race for Liverpool target Arthur Vermeeren

Liverpool have found themselves in the middle of another transfer saga as Reds’ target Arthur Vermeeren of Royal Antwerp is also on the radar of multiple other clubs.

That is according to Spanish publication Mundo Deportivo via ECHO, the likes of Barcelona and Ajax Amsterdam show a lot of interest in the versatile 18-year-old midfielder. Primarily operating in central midfield, Vermeeren can also put in a shift as a defensive midfielder.

In 46 appearances across all competitions for his club, Vermeeren has one goal and four assists to his name. For Liverpool, the pursuit of Vermeeren aligns with their strategy of investing in young, promising talents who have the potential to shape the club’s future.

We have seen a surge in signings for our academy in recent seasons and our focus on youngsters is clear from that perspective. There are plenty of players who have gone on to impress within the first-team setup from our academy, and the Reds, under Jurgen Klopp. This approach offers a great opportunity for the young Belgian midfielder. Should he choose to sign with Liverpool, he would find himself in the ideal environment to learn and grow.

Verermeren to the Reds?

The club’s commitment to developing young talents means that Vermeeren would have the chance to train alongside and be mentored by some of the brightest footballing minds in the game.

Under the watchful eyes of Jurgen Klopp and his coaching staff, he could gradually integrate himself into the team’s tactical framework, learning the nuances of Liverpool’s high-intensity style of play. have had their focus on nurturing youngsters very well, and give them more than just a run within the senior squad.

However, the presence of Barcelona in the race for Vermeeren introduces a formidable adversary. The allure of the Camp Nou, Barcelona’s storied history, and the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of footballing legends are surely powerful incentives that may sway the young Belgian midfielder.

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Also, his current contract at the Belgian side lasts until 2026 (Transfermarkt) which makes Antwerp hold the aces in the terms for negotiation. Hopefully, if the Reds are serious about bringing a young player on board, Liverpool can reach an agreement with the Belgian side’s coach, Mark van Bommel.