Liverpool FC has reportedly revived interest in Belgian Jeremy Doku, known as the ideal long-term substitute for star striker Sadio Mane.
Teenager Wonderkid Doku, recently hired with Belgian club Anderlecht, was in the past related to a transfer to Anfield. Het Niewsblad, a media outlet in the Netherlands, had revealed in the past that Doku had visited Liverpool’s school, Melwood, and had also met with senior officials, adding former player Steven Gerrard to Jurgen Klopp. But the Reds nevertheless finished a deal.
While Liverpool have rekindled interest in Doku, Dutch publication Het Belang van Limburg has stated that since the 18-year-old striker is currently under contract with Anderlecht until 2021, the Belgian club’s managing director has insisted that he leave his star player alone if he does. won a crazy offer. The report also revealed that Anderlecht had valued Doku at $34 million.
Although Anderlecht does not need to sell Doku, he is aware that a deal would particularly affect his existing debts over $110 million. Amid the coronavirus pandemic, Anderlecht is one of the clubs that has been immensely financially affected.
Although Liverpool have not yet made an official offer for Doku, the English football online team team has been informed through anonymous resources that the deal can be imaginable as Klopp sees the young striker as Mane’s dream successor, who played a central role in success. Liverpool has tried for over two years under Klopp.
As a short-term solution, Liverpool recently hired Wolves striker Diogo Jota, who moved from Anfield for an initial $52 million. Liverpool also hired Thiago Alcantara from Bayern Munich. Germany is the highest signing completed in the Premier League.
Sadio Mane scored the winning goal for Liverpool Norwich Photo: AFP / Oli SCARFF
Liverpool finished the 30-year wait by winning their first Premier League name last season. Under Klopp’s leadership, Liverpool have 4 trophies, with all 3 being the Champions League, the UEFA Super Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup.