Liverpool have reportedly made an approach to Barcelona for a highly-rated youngster at Camp Nou, although the chances of a transfer in the near future would appear to be slim. The two clubs have already done business this year, with…
Liverpool have reportedly approached the agents of Barcelona's 19-year-old defender Xavi Espart regarding a potential permanent transfer. The approach came prior to Espart signing a new contract with the Catalan club, which includes a release clause exceeding €100m (£84m). Barcelona reportedly consider the teenage full-back untouchable, and the player has no current desire to leave the club.
The Empire of the Kop notes that Liverpool face ongoing depth issues at right-back due to injuries to Jeremie Frimpong and Conor Bradley. Espart, who has been compared stylistically to Philipp Lahm by manager Hansi Flick, could provide cover across both full-back positions, though any immediate deal appears unlikely.
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