Romeo Lavia left out of Southampton squad – player wants move “today”WELCOME TO ANFIELD

Though Liverpool saw their third bid for Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia rejected, the Belgian has been left out of their matchday squad.

The Reds saw a new offer worth around £46 million turned down on Monday, as reported by This Is Anfield, with talks ongoing over a deal.

Southampton are believed to be holding steadfast in their valuation of £50 million, though Liverpool have attempted to agree terms for £37 million, £41 million and finally £46 million.

It seems only a matter of time before the two clubs reach an agreement, with Tuesday bringing a new hint on Lavia’s future.

Sky Sports have confirmed the 19-year-old is not part of the travelling squad as Southampton take on Gillingham in the Carabao Cup.

According to Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Lavia was not part of training in the morning either, with the player’s representatives “looking to close the deal today.”

It had been suggested, following their unsuccessful third bid, that Liverpool had already presented a new offer to Southampton.

Interestingly, Sky Sports claim the £46 million bid was turned down “several days ago,” which may align with information on a fourth bid.

At face value, there is little difference between Liverpool’s most recent offer and Southampton‘s price tag, though the structure of any deal will be crucial.

If Liverpool do eventually meet the £50 million valuation it is likely to involve an up-front fee and various further payments, inclusive of performance-based add-ons.

Sporting director Jorg Schmadtke is currently in the UK, and was present as Jurgen Klopp‘s side beat Darmstadt 3-1 in their final friendly of pre-season on Monday evening.

Schmadtke is typically based at his home in Ibiza, and his presence at Deepdale this week could suggest that a move for Lavia is at least moving forward.

Were Lavia to have featured in this evening’s first-round tie, he would have been ineligible for further Carabao Cup matches for Liverpool this season.

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Romano Reveals: Liverpool Uninterested in‘Expensive’Khephren Thuram
Fabrizio Romano shed light on Liverpool’s decision in an interview with the Born And Red YouTube channel. Romano revealed,

“The package was considered too expensive by Liverpool”.

In the ever-evolving landscape of football transfers, clubs navigate a delicate balance between bolstering their squads and managing financial constraints. Such is the case with Liverpool’s recent pursuit of Khephren Thuram, the talented French midfielder. Reports swirled of a potential move to Anfield, but the deal was deemed expensive not ‘just in terms of the transfer fee, but also his salary’ by Romano.

Thuram, a young talent on the rise, has captured the attention of not only Liverpool but also Inter Milan. Standing at an imposing 6’4″, Thuram possesses strong physical attributes while exhibiting creative elegance on the ball. His exceptional passing range and ability to carry the ball through the midfield make him a tantalizing prospect.

Manu Kone Also Not a ‘Priority’ – Romano

Manu Kone, a compatriot of Khephren Thuram and a midfielder for Borussia Monchengladbach was also believed to be a target for Liverpool. However, Romano states that Kone is “no longer a priority” for the club’s midfield revamp.

The decision to withdraw interest stemmed from Liverpool’s evaluation that the deal’s terms, both in terms of transfer fee and wages, were excessive.

Inter Milan Interested in Khephren Thuram: A Family Connection

Inter Milan has set its sights on OGC Nice midfielder Khephren Thuram. The player has also attracted attention from Arsenal and PSG. While a summer move for Thuram to the Nerazzurri seems unlikely, the intriguing connections with his family could pave the way for a potential deal in the future.

Inter Milan’s interest in the Thuram family has already borne fruit this summer. Marcus Thuram, former striker for Borussia Monchengladbach and Guingamp, made the decision to join Inter on a free transfer. The involvement of his father, the legendary defender Lilian Thuram, played a significant role in the process.

Lilian Thuram, a World Cup winner from 1998, brought his extensive experience from his time at Parma, Juventus, and Barcelona to the discussions. The French icon engaged in talks with Inter’s directors, hinting at a potential future move for his other son, Khephren, who plies his trade as a midfielder for Nice.

A Glimpse into Liverpool’s Transfer Strategy

Liverpool has adopted a prudent approach to its transfer strategy. Favoring astute deals over rushed panic acquisitions. While the club faces the prospect of starting the season without a senior number 6 midfielder, the hope remains that FSG can secure meaningful deals before the transfer window shuts.

Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool faced a significant midfield overhaul following the departure of six senior midfielders. The club swiftly acquired Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister, but the onset of the Premier League kick-off prompts a heightened urgency for further reinforcements.

As the transfer window unfolds, Liverpool’s strategic approach to midfield recruitment indicates commitment to building a well-rounded and competitive team. A summer move for Khephren Thuram may not materialize. Nevertheless, the club’s documented interest on Romeo Lavia indicates the more relevant signing.

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“I think…” – Gary Neville makes bold Arsenal PL title claim as Liverpool and Man Utd chances rated
Gary Neville has made his Premier League title prediction ahead of the new season, believing only one team can possibly challenge Manchester City.

Pep Guardiola’s side pipped Arsenal to win a third consecutive title on the way to a historic treble last season, matching the achievement from Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United.

No side has ever won four Premier League titles on the trot in history and Neville believes Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal, who finished five points behind City after a late collapse, will be the team to usurp them.

He ruled out both Manchester United and Liverpool as he doesn’t feel they are quite ready for the task and even omitted Newcastle from his top six entirely.

“I don’t think Arsenal could have done any more to close the gap,” Neville said on The Overlap.

“They have shown real intent with the signings they have made. My concern is that they are the only team I look at and are the only team that I think could win the league. With the three signings they have made they are going to be better.

“I look at the other teams and I think, ‘Who is going to be better?’.

“Chelsea are going to be better just naturally, I don’t look at Liverpool at the moment and think they are going to be challenging City or Arsenal for the league.

“I don’t look at United with what they’ve done so far. So unless United, Liverpool or Chelsea do something miraculous in the next few weeks in the transfer window, Arsenal for me are the only team at this moment in time and I think they could get very close to them.”

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When it came time to making his prediction, Neville boldly said: “Just because of the three thing and never winning a fourth, I am going to go Arsenal to win the league, City second. I think Arsenal can beat them. Arsenal, City, Man United, Liverpool, Chelsea, Villa.”

Arsenal have spent splashed the cash this summer, bringing in Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber for a combined total of £200 million as they look to improve on what was still an impressive campaign last term.

City, meanwhile, have lost captain Ilkay Gundogan and Riyad Mahrez after they left for Barcelona and Al Hilal respectively.

They have signed Croatian duo Mateo Kovacic and Josko Gvardiol, the latter coming in for £77 million from RB Leipzig.

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Arsenal, who beat City on penalties in the Community Shield on Sunday, haven’t won the Premier League since their Invincibles campaign in 2003/04.