The Napoli midfielder has been in scintillating form this season…

Liverpool could pull off a huge signing this summer by forging ahead with a move for electric Napoli phenom Piotr Zielinski, who has been excellent this season.

What’s the latest on Piotr Zielinski to Liverpool?

According to Polish outlet Meczyki (via reports in Spain), Liverpool are ‘seriously considering’ a move for Zielinski as manager Jurgen Klopp looks to reshape his centre.

The 28-year-old playmaker has been of previous attention to the Reds, with Udinese turning down a bid of £11.7m from the Merseyside club in the early phases of Klopp’s reign.

While Liverpool do hold interest, it is unlikely that the Serie A champions would be willing to part with such an instrumental member of their title-winning exploits, however, the player’s contract is set for expiry in 2024, which could force Napoli into cashing in on their £23m-rated asset while they can.

Should Liverpool sign Piotr Zielinski?

The argument that Liverpool have been somewhat over-reliant on creativity from the flanks during Klopp’s tenure certainly wouldn’t be a baseless claim.

Indeed, marauding full-backs Andy Robertson and Trent Alexander-Arnold have collectively chalked up a whopping 134 assists for the Anfield outfit, both making their debuts under Klopp’s wing, with the German gaffer’s system demanding a more consummately industrious midfield.

Zielinski, however, could rewrite the script; the £110k-per-week machine has been a faultless presence for his outfit this term, hailed as a “baller” by The Athletic’s Patrick Boyland, scoring seven goals and providing ten assists from 40 matches as the Little Donkeys secured their first Scudetto since 1989/90.

The distinguished Poland international, with 80 caps, is one of Europe’s superlative creative forces, with FBref ranking him among the top 11% of midfielders for rate of goals, the top 1% for rate of assists and shot-creating actions and the top 18% for progressive carries per 90, with the site likening him to the likes of Kevin De Bruyne, Martin Odegaard and Luka Modric.

He is the all-encompassing midfielder Liverpool need to return to the top, having fallen by the wayside this term and scrambling to qualify for the Champions League, fifth with three matches to play.

His former boss, Carlo Ancelotti, furthered the argument that he is one of Europe’s leading midfielders after waxing lyrical over his laudable scope.

He said: “Zielinski is a complete midfielder, he played in all positions with me. He is dynamic and skilled with the ball.”

Should Klopp succeed with a bid, the 5 foot 10 gem could forge a deadly partnership with the Reds’ rising star Curtis Jones, who has impressed with his recent performances from the centre.

Liverpool are currently rising on a six-match win streak in the Premier League, unbeaten in eight, with eight of Jones’ nine starts in the top-flight this term coming during this period, with one analyst & scout hailing him as the “complete #8”.

With Jones ranking among the top 4% of midfielders across Europe’s big five leagues for pass completion, as well as the top 8% for progressive carries, he can mirror Zielinski’s impact and perhaps drive the ball further up-field with the regularity that will allow the Napoli maestro to find pockets to wreak havoc.

Liverpool must swoop, Napoli’s blistering seasonal success is evidence enough that the Pole’s acquisition would be a resounding triumph, and with Klopp holding a longtime admiration, he has clearly done his homework.

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‘Dare I say it’: Liverpool now told to sign 27-year-old PL striker who’s just got so much better

Tony Cascarino has suggested that Liverpool should make a move to sign Ivan Toney after the Brentford striker’s recent display at Anfield for the Bees.

Writing for the Times, the former Republic of Ireland striker lauded the 27-year-old’s performance against Liverpool on Saturday despite Toney failing to score in a 1-0 defeat for Brentford, with Cascarino impressed with the striker’s qualities away from finishing.

The England international assisted Bryan Mbuema for what would be a disallowed goal, and although Toney failed to add to his incredible 20-goal Premier League tally for the season, Cascarino suggested that Liverpool should make a move for the Brentford man this summer.

Cascarino said: “I cannot believe Ivan Toney’s improvement technically over the past 18 months. He was one of the best players at Anfield. The Brentford striker has added all sorts of deft touches to his game, such as the clever pass that assisted Bryan Mbeumo’s disallowed goal.

“He has a finesse which, dare I say it, echoes that of Dennis Bergkamp. Toney’s subtlety complements his stature and finishing. Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United should all consider a move.”

Toney would be perfect for Liverpool had Nunez not been signedPhoto by John Powell/John Powell

Toney’s stock is hitting new heights this summer after an incredible season from the England international, one that has been largely overlooked due to Brentford’s lack of media attention as well as Erling Haaland’s record-breaking year, and for Liverpool, the 27-year-old could have been perfect had they not signed Darwin Nunez.

The Uruguay international joined last summer and has enjoyed a moderately successful first year at Anfield, and whilst there’s nothing stopping Liverpool from signing Toney this summer, it would be a waste of limited funds for most supporters given how little work is needed in the forward position.

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