Odds say these four players could be Andoni Iraola’s first signings as Liverpool manager
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The latest transfer betting odds suggest four players could be on the move to Merseyside this summer after Andoni Iraola was formally appointed as Liverpool's new managerAndoni Iraola was formally announced as Liverpool manager on Thursday(Image: Photo by Nikki Dyer - LFC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)A new era is underway at Liverpool with Andoni Iraola officially being confirmed as the club’s new manager.Iraola was formally announced as Liverpool’s new manager on Thursday, replacing Arne Slot less than a week after the Dutchman was sacked following two seasons on Merseyside.Iraola ’s appointment being finalized means plans for this summer’s transfer window can now go ahead, and Reds fans will be keen to know which players the Spaniard might target to bolster a squad that needs improvements in several areas and must replace the likes of Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson, and Ibrahima Konate.Ahead of the summer transfer window opening on June 15, here are four players that Iraola could realistically bring in, according to the latest betting odds.Yan DiomandeYan Diomande was already the most-talked about potential transfer target for Liverpool this summer, and fans will hope Iraola’s appointment helps convince the teenage sensation to sign.The 19-year-old winger is coming off a breakout season for RB Leipzig, scoring 12 goals and providing eight assists in 33 Bundesliga appearances. He is expected to attract a fee of more than $100 million.Bookmakers currently price Liverpool as the +100 favorites to sign Diomande, ahead of PSG at +350.Bradley BarcolaIf a deal for Diomande falls through, PSG’s Bradley Barcola could become a top target for Iraola after falling out of favor in Luis Enrique’s side that has won back-to-back Champions League titles.Bradley Barcola is a potential transfer target for Liverpool(Image: Photo by Giuseppe Maffia/NurPhoto via Getty Images)The 23-year-old winger has logged 39 goals and 35 assists in all competitions across three seasons with PSG and is +188 to sign with Liverpool this summer.Only Arsenal (+150) have better odds than the Reds, while Bayern Munich (+300) and Barcelona (+350) trail.Adam WhartonMany Liverpool fans will be plenty familiar with Wharton, who has emerged as one of the brightest young talents in the Premier League while playing for Crystal Palace.The 22-year-old defensive midfielder is currently tipped to stay with his current club at +138 odds, but Liverpool follow closely with a +150 shot to land his signature this summer.After the Reds comes a steep dropoff, with Manchester United third in the betting at +800.Nico WilliamsAthletic Bilbao forward Nico Williams has been a subject of transfer speculation ever since he broke out at the Euros two summers ago, and this could finally be the window in which he moves.Liverpool is currently second-favorite at +350 to land the Spaniard, trailing only Arsenal at +300.
Barcelona are +400 to sign Williams, followed by Manchester United, Bayern Munich, and PSG, all listed at +500It is possible that Iraola’s link to Bilbao, where he played professionally for 12 seasons, could play a role in luring Williams to Merseyside.This information is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be relied upon for financial reasons or to determine a specific course of action. Information should not be used in violation of any law or regulation.
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