{"id":288190,"date":"2025-11-13T01:32:09","date_gmt":"2025-11-13T01:32:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/288190\/"},"modified":"2025-11-13T01:32:09","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T01:32:09","slug":"liverpool-have-already-spoke-to-48m-midfielder-over-january-move","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/288190\/","title":{"rendered":"Liverpool have ‘already spoke’ to \u00a348m midfielder over January move"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Liverpool\u2019s title defence has gone from promising to problematic. After Sunday\u2019s 3-0 loss at Manchester City, Arne Slot\u2019s side have now suffered five defeats in their last six league games, a sharp contrast to the consistency that carried them to the Premier League title just months ago. Much of the frustration from supporters has centred on the same issue that plagued the side early last season: the absence of a true defensive midfielder.<\/p>\n

Amidst this growing concern, Dave Davis from Anfield Index\u2019s Transfer Show has shed light on Liverpool\u2019s latest potential solution. The club\u2019s recruitment team appear to be looking towards France, specifically to Lille\u2019s 18-year-old Ayoub Bouaddi.<\/p>\n

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Scouting Bouaddi \u2013 A Calculated Move<\/p>\n

According to Davis, \u201cHe\u2019s a player that Liverpool are having a serious look at.\u201d The teenager\u2019s rise in Ligue 1 has caught attention across Europe, and Liverpool\u2019s scouts have been among the most frequent visitors. \u201cLiverpool have scouted this player a number of times and our info is that Liverpool have spoken to the player and the club a number of times.\u201d<\/p>\n

The financial element could make this a classic Liverpool-style deal. Davis explained, \u201cIn terms of the way we operate and looking for a bargain, in the summer he will only have one year left on his contract.\u201d Lille\u2019s asking price, however, reflects his potential. \u201cOur info is that if it was to be a January move, then Lille would deal at around \u00a348m.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Bouaddi Could Bring<\/p>\n

Liverpool\u2019s need for a tenacious yet composed midfielder has rarely been clearer. As Davis noted, \u201cWe all want an aggressive midfielder in there and more legs in this Liverpool side and he\u2019s also a solid passer and can carry the ball.\u201d His defensive output appears encouraging, too. \u201cHe\u2019s 75th percentile for tackles and 80th percentile for blocks.\u201d<\/p>\n

The data backs up the visual impression of a player who can win duels and transition play quickly. At just 18, Bouaddi has already featured heavily for Lille, which hints at maturity beyond his years. \u201cIt could be one where you wonder whether he\u2019s ready for a big move but he\u2019s already played big minutes for Lille at just 18.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\nTiming and Transfer Reality<\/p>\n

While Liverpool\u2019s interest seems concrete, the question remains whether action will follow. Davis summarised it succinctly: \u201cWith a year left to go in the summer, Liverpool are well aware of the fee that it would take to bring him to Anfield. Will they do it? That\u2019s a different question entirely.\u201d<\/p>\n

That uncertainty feels like the story of Liverpool\u2019s recent transfer windows. Slot\u2019s men have flair and energy in abundance but continue to look unbalanced in key areas. As the gap to Arsenal widens to eight points, recruitment decisions over the next two months could define how quickly Liverpool recover from this slump.<\/p>\n

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