Newcastle United accelerate talks to sign Liverpool target
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Newcastle United are keen on signing Liverpool target ahead of the summer transfer window. Image Credits: Imago ImagesBarring a boardroom intervention, it appears Arne Slot will remain Liverpool head coach at the start of the 2026-27 season.The Dutchman, who has one year left on his three-year contract, is expected to be given the chance to respond to a disappointing campaign, provided the reigning Premier League champions secure Champions League qualification in the coming week.Slot admitted as much in his press conference on Thursday, while acknowledging the importance of clarity over his future.“I don’t think I am deciding that alone by myself, but I have every reason to believe I am the Liverpool manager next season,” he said.
That is my take on it.”Regardless of whether he stays or not, Liverpool are expected to be active in the summer transfer window after a £448million spend last year that still left gaps in the squad’s depth and balance.Several players have already been linked with moves to Anfield, including Lamine Camara of AS Monaco, as the club looks to rebuild for another title challenge.Camara has attracted growing Premier League interest following an impressive individual season at Monaco. The 22-year-old has been a regular starter in Ligue 1 and is expected to leave this summer, with Monaco at risk of missing out on European qualification.According to Foot Mercato, Newcastle United have accelerated talks for the midfielder, while Liverpool are also said to be keen on a deal.
The Reds have been informed of recent meetings between Camara’s representatives and Newcastle, prompting them to step up their interest to avoid being beaten to his signature.Camara, who is under contract at Monaco until June 2029, is valued at around €50million. Camara has impressed in Ligue 1, ranking highly in several key statistical metrics this campaign, and is viewed as one of the league’s standout young performers.With a move to the Premier League appearing increasingly likely, Camara’s rise continues at pace as interest builds from multiple English clubs.