Liverpool looks to be closing in on its first signing of the summer as Jurgen Klopp’s rebuild gets underway.
The Reds are in need of new signings in various positions following their disappointing showing this season, with midfield the main priority for Klopp.
And, along with new sporting director Jörg Schmadtke, it seems Liverpool isn’t wasting any time in getting its first new addition through the door.
According to the Times, Alexis Mac Allister is closing in on his move to Anfield, which means the Reds could soon be eyeing up their second signing of the summer. The question is, who will that be?
There is no shortage of midfielders being linked with following Mac Allister’s lead, and three more feature in today’s round-up of the latest transfer stories. One looks as though he may have bid an emotional farewell to his current club, while two more could be reaching an advanced stage in their potential moves to Merseyside.
Liverpool is reportedly leading Newcastle in the race for Gabri Veiga, with the Celta Vigo star likely to have played his last game for the Spanish club.
Veiga produced a superb performance as Celta Vigo hosted La Liga champions Barcelona on the final day of the season, still in danger of relegation. The 21-year-old scored twice to lead his side to a 2-1 win, and looked emotional during his celebrations, sparking talk it could be his final appearance.
Newcastle has been heavily linked with a move for the Spain U21 international, but the latest report from Spanish outlet Revelo (via Newcastle World) suggests Liverpool is now the frontrunner for his signature, with a $43m (£35m/€41m) release clause said to be on the table.
