Striker makes transfer request after Liverpool 'interest' in move emerges

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SportFootballLiverpool FC transfer newsThe Belgian forward seems keen to secure a move away from the French club this summerLiverpool-linked forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo has made it clear that he want to leave Lille this season amid transfer interest in the player. The player is reportedly pushing for a move ahead of returning for international duty at the World Cup, where he represented Belgium in North America.French outlet L'Equipe reports the Fernandez-Pardo has handed in a transfer request at Lille.

However, the club chief made his position abundantly clear.He subsequently reinforced that stance in comments shared by L'Equipe. "The player is under contract until 2029, and his departure is not an issue," he said."We are counting on him, he knows that, and we have been very clear with him."FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FC FACEBOOK PAGE!

He will receive backing from 40-year-old Olivier Giroud.Lille are also understood to be eager to retain the forward for their Champions League campaign, with the club believing that his displays in the tournament could enhance both his reputation and his market value.Fernandez-Pardo arrived at Lille from Gent in 2024 for a fee of €10 million (£8.6m) two years ago. Across his 71 outings for the club in all competitions, he has netted 12 goals and registered 11 assists.It's reported that the youngster has been mulling over a departure for nearly a year, but Letang delivered a clear statement."He never had a release clause," he added.