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United’s battle for PL midfield general just got harder as Liverpool enter the fray – report
United’s battle for PL midfield general just got harder as Liverpool enter the fray – report
Liverpool are interested in Manchester United target Ruben Neves as the club looks to improve their midfield.
The summer transfer window is fast approaching with the Portuguese international expected to leave this summer. The news comes after his revelation to the media in recent weeks that he wants to play in the Champions League.
The Peoples Person recently reported that Man United are interested in Neves and have already made an approach to sign him.
He has been one of the most important players for Wolverhampton Wanderers since they were promoted from the Championship.
Having had a couple of spells in Europe and some great matches in the Premier League, Neves feels like a perfect solution for many clubs.
Football Insider are now claiming that Liverpool have a ‘concrete’ interest in signing Neves.
It is currently suggested that Spanish giants Barcelona are ahead in the race to sign the midfielder.
Many sources have admitted that this is his preferred move but with the Liga champions going through some financial difficulties, it remains yet to be seen what will happen. However, there have been whispers that they could use Ansu Fati in an exchange deal to help facilitate the summer transfer.
The source further states that the “former Porto star is highly regarded by the Reds’ recruitment team for his outstanding passing range.”
“The belief behind the scenes is that Neves could fit seamlessly into the Merseysiders’ style of play under Jurgen Klopp.”
In recent years, he has reinvented himself, from being a defensive midfielder to playing a more central role to help out his team. His versatility is clear to see and he can no doubt fit into one of the top teams in the Premier League.
Man United will need to act quickly if they are sure about signing Neves now that the Merseysiders are involved.
Liverpool strikers Darwin Nunez, Diogo Jota and midfielder Fabinho all share the same agent as the Wolves midfielder which could make negotiations somewhat easier.
With the Anfield club set to completely refresh their midfield options for next season, it could spell a difficult time in the transfer window for clubs also looking for a midfielder.
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American billionaire linked with Liverpool confirms he’s looking at investment opportunities
FSG are seeking new investors for Liverpool and Boston Celtics co-owner Steve Pagliuca has been linked.
An American billionaire who has been linked with investing in Liverpool has admitted that he’s been looking at further opportunities in football.
Fenway Sports Group (FSG) made the decision to place the Reds on the market last November. Principal owner John Henry confirmed earlier this year that FSG are seeking fresh investors and not a full sale of the club.
A host of parties have been linked with becoming involved in Liverpool – with one being Steve Pagliuca.
The 68-year-old is the co-chairman of the investment firm Bain Capital. He is also the co-owner of NBA franchise the Boston Celtics and, alongside other investors, purchased a 55% stake of Serie A outfit Atalanta in February 2022.
What’s more, Paglicua expressed interest in buying Chelsea last year when Roman Abramovich was forced to sell after being sanctioned by the UK government following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
For that reason, Pagliuca has been mooted as someone who could look to become involved in Liverpool. When asked at the Financial Times Business of Football Summit in March, he did not deny potentially investing in the Reds of Manchester United.
Now speaking to Bloomberg’s Baystate Business Hour Podcast, Pagliuca revealed he’s been seeking fresh football teams to invest in. He said: “I actually, about a year ago, acquired a fantastic football team called Atalanta. It is currently sixth in the table (Atalanta are now fifth) and doing very well – [they are] kind of like the Celtics of Italy. It’s a very Celtic-like culture and been a heck of a lot of fun being involved in that. We’ve seen growth, we’re renovating the stadium, seen growth in the ratings and the team is playing very well right now so it’s been a lot of fun.
“I met the family that still built the business and owns approximately half so we’re having a lot of fun continuing the legacy of Atalanta and building that up.
“Again, the same thing applies. You get all the Atalanta games on Paramount+ right now so there’s a big following in the United States. Italian football is booming right now – in the Champions League a few weeks ago three of the eight teams left were Italian teams (Inter Milan, AC Milan and Napoli).
“The same dynamics are happening there. it’s been a little behind the US but the same dynamics are happening in Europe now.
Asked if he is opportunistic on other investment chances in football, Pagliuca replied: “Yes, absolutely. As opposed to the US where you can only own one team because there are different countries you can own different teams and it makes a lot of sense. I’ve looked at several opportunities and still looking at opportunities that would be complimentary to the Italian league.”
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