There is a 'strong belief internally' that £40m defender would 'thrive at Anfield'

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Liverpool are gearing up for an important summer transfer window which is already one of big change with Andoni Iraola set to replace Arne Slot. With Ibrahima Konate set to join Real Madrid, Liverpool have increased need for a new centre-back.

They can resign the defender for around £50m next summer if they wish to do so. pic.twitter.com/NF58OLXQTe — Anfield Edition | æ (@AnfieldEdition) May 27, 2026 Liverpool recruitment team rate Ordonez highly TEAMtalk journalist Graeme Bailey reports that Liverpool have been scouting Ordonez for a while and have come to the conclusion that he would make a fine addition to the Reds’ team. “Liverpool’s scouting department have followed Ordonez closely and there is a strong belief internally that he possesses the attributes required to thrive at Anfield.

“His athleticism, composure in possession and ability to defend aggressively in open spaces are all qualities that have impressed decision-makers at the club.” Whoever joins Liverpool will need to be prepared to play in a very high line under Iraola. Michael first started supporting Liverpool after Istanbul in 2006.