Liverpool left in transfer limbo with Arne Slot target close to agreeing deal with rivals
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SportFootballLiverpool FCLiverpool had been linked with Dutch star Denzel Dumfries, but Real Madrid have made him a top target as they go after the Inter Milan full-backReal Madrid are closing in on a deal for Inter Milan’s Denzel Dumfries - who had previously been on Liverpool's radar prior to their decision to axe Arne Slot.The Dutchman was sacked on Saturday but had been linked with a move which would have potentially seen his compatriot swap Milan for Merseyside. Slot's exit is likely to alter their style of play and could, as a result, lead to a change in potential transfer targets, although Liverpool are understood to still hold an interest in Dumfries.Real have made the 30-year-old their top target at right-back, where they want to bolster their options.
Talks have been held between the Spanish giants and the player, who has a £21.6million release clause, reports Sky Sports in Germany.Personal terms are not expected to be an issue as Real waste no time in improving their squad following a second successive season without a trophy, which has led to a managerial change with Jose Mourinho returning to the Bernabeu for a second spell.It's been claimed elsewhere that Los Blancos are planning to finalise the deal for Dumfries once the outcome of Sunday’s presidential election is confirmed, provided that Florentino Perez is declared the winner as is expected.When Real bought the Special One back to the Spanish capital their talks involved plans to strengthen various positions this summer, with a particular focus on defence. His contract at Liverpool has just expired, making him available on a free, which is timely given David Alaba is leaving on a free transfer this summer and Eder Militao has had his fitness issues.Last summer Liverpool targeted full-backs on both sides of the defence.
He endured his difficulties but is poised to remain as first choice with stalwart Andy Robertson leaving for Tottenham having seen his contract expire.Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.Sky Sports, HBO Max, Netflix and Disney+ with Ultimate TV packageThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.