Liverpool is potentially just a couple of days away from being crowned the Premier League champion, securing its 20th league title in the process.
The 2-2 draw between Arsenal and Crystal Palace on Wednesday night means that the Reds need only a single point from their remaining five matches of the season. Their first opportunity to clinch the title comes this Sunday when they host a struggling Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield.
Excitement is mounting as Liverpool stands on the cusp of glory. Behind-the-scenes preparations for the new season have already begun, with the Reds setting their sights on defending their title.
Several players have been linked with a move to Anfield ahead of the summer transfer window as Arne Slot aims to bolster his squad. Speculation is also rife about potential departures before the start of the next season.
Here's a quick look at some of the latest rumors circulating in the past 24 hours.
Dean Huijsen twist
The race to sign Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen this summer is 'wide open', according to Sky Sports, with Liverpool among seven clubs reportedly interested in the 20-year-old ahead of the summer transfer window.
The Spanish international has impressed with his performances for the Cherries. Reports earlier this week suggested that Chelsea were leading the chase for his signature, but it appears other clubs are ready to challenge them.
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FanaticsArsenal, Chelsea, Newcastle, Tottenham, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are all reportedly eyeing up the player who has a $66.5 million (£50M) release clause in his contract. Florian Plettenberg adds that this clause can be paid in three instalments, an option that could appeal to Premier League clubs, given the PSR considerations.
If Real Madrid were to make an official bid, it's reported that Huijsen would favour them. However, the lure of Champions League football is also said to be a significant factor, something Liverpool can offer.
Trent Alexander-Arnold latest
In other news, journalist Fabrizio Romano has reiterated earlier claims that Trent Alexander-Arnold's move to Real Madrid is in its 'final stages'.
The full-back was the hero for the Reds in their recent 1-0 victory over Leicester City at the King Power Stadium. His exuberant celebration with the away fans sparked rumors that he might be staying put at Anfield.
This comes amid speculation about the future of Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti. However, Romano insists that there have been no changes concerning the player's future.
On his Youtube channel, he shared: "What I can tell you on Trent Alexander-Arnold is the situation is still exactly the same between Trent, Liverpool and Real Madrid. The deal for Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid is at the final stages. Just waiting for the formal steps, just waiting to sign all the contracts, just waiting to complete all the documents.
"So that's the direction of the story – Real Madrid. At the moment no changes in the conversation or situation with Liverpool.
"It's important to remind once again that Trent Alexander-Arnold is expected to join Real Madrid despite the social media stuff, the celebrations and all the rest.
"If something changes I will tell you, but that's not the case as of today."
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