Rafael Leao claims attacker Liverpool are linked with will be the surprise star of the World Cup

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Rafael Leao, Liverpool target Antonio Nusa and the World Cup are now part of the same conversation after the Portugal winger made a bold prediction about the RB Leipzig forward.Liverpool’s search for a long-term Mohamed Salah replacement has already taken them to the doorstep of some of Europe’s most exciting young wingers, and Nusa is another name to draw attention from Anfield.His teammate Yan Diomande has looked higher on FSG’s list, but that route is not simple. Diomande has talked up staying at Leipzig, and Nusa remains a very promising alternative if Liverpool decide to move for a different profile in August.

Who would you rather see at Liverpool next season, Diomande or Barcola? 🤔 One of the most exciting teens in Europe vs a Champions League winner… Photo by Oliver Kaelke/DeFodi Images/DeFodi via Getty Images Rafael Leao backs Liverpool target Antonio Nusa to announce himself at the World CupNusa is still only 21, but he has already built a strong reputation as one of Norway’s most exciting young attackers. His pace, dribbling and ability to carry the ball in transition make him an interesting fit for a Liverpool side that may need younger legs in wide areas.Diomande has always looked like the preferred option.

Nusa has been linked with a Liverpool move before, and his profile still makes sense as part of a wider attacking rebuild.Leao has also been linked with Liverpool plenty of times in recent seasons, and he was asked a series of World Cup questions by Sport TV Portugal. Rate Andoni Iraola’s Liverpool appointment!