Liverpool are keeping tabs on Porto star Alan Varela ahead of Arsenal trip
Premier League leaders Liverpool are keeping tabs on Porto star Alan Varela as we head into the summer transfer window. With the 2024 window just around the corner, the preparation for transfers have already begun as Liverpool are scouting midfielders to add to the squad when the transfer window reopens.
The middle of the park is one of the areas where Liverpool are thin this season. It goes beyond a lack of personnel, there is also a lack of certain qualities in the midfield roster.
Jurgen Klopp is set to depart at the end of the ongoing campaign, calling an end to his nine-year stay at Anfield. With the German’s departure, a lot of Liverpool’s business could depend upon who they appoint at the helm.
Liverpool scouting Porto midfielder
Liverpool sent scouts to watch Porto’s 22-year-old defensive midfielder Alan Varela, according to a report by Metro. The Argentine has been impressive for Porto since joining in the summer from Boca Juniors. He has already made 29 appearances this season with seven of those coming in the Champions League. He has a record of two goals and two assists in the Portuguese League this season.
He played an influential role in Porto’s group-stage games in the Champions League. Alan Varela played a part in four of the six group games as they finished second to pimp Barcelona into the last 16.
Alan Varela, a brief
Alan Varela’s maturity on the field belies his young age, providing a stabilizing presence in midfield for his teammates. His preference for operating as a single pivot allows him to offer defensive solidity while allowing his fellow players the freedom to push forward. This strategic approach mirrors the tactics employed by Jurgen Klopp with Alexis Mac Allister at times during the current season.
In addition to his defensive contributions, Varela showcases impressive passing abilities, demonstrating a varied range that includes short, intricate exchanges as well as incisive line-breaking passes. His adeptness in dictating the tempo of the game while maintaining possession further enhances his value to the team.
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Known for his physicality and willingness to engage in tough challenges, Varela adds an element of grit to the midfield, ensuring that he remains a formidable presence both defensively and in possession. His arrival could potentially prompt a shift in role for fellow Argentine Alexis Mac Allister in the upcoming season, as the team seeks to optimize its midfield dynamics.
