Liverpool are holding tabs on Fulham centre-back Tosin Adarabioyo as they brace themselves for a possible defensive reshuffle this summer time, in response to a report.
32-year-old Joel Matip is out of contract this summer time – Saudi Arabia’s Al Ettifaq are anticipated to make him a suggestion – whereas Virgil van Dijk has additionally been the topic of hypothesis following information of Jurgen Klopp’s upcoming departure.
The Dutchman just lately had followers sweating with an admission that he was not sure what his future held however rapidly clarified that he stays 100% dedicated to Liverpool.
With Liverpool ready to enter the switch marketplace for a brand new defender this summer time, the Night Normal state that scouts have begun monitoring 26-year-old Tosin, whose contract will expire on the finish of the season.
Needing to spice up their homegrown contingent, Tosin is seen as a wise goal, whereas Bournemouth’s Lloyd Kelly, who can be an impending free agent, has beforehand been mentioned.
Liverpool have been linked with a handful of centre-backs in current weeks, with Sporting CP’s Goncalo Inacio repeatedly touted as a possible signing.
Inacio’s launch clause sits at £51m, nonetheless, and so Liverpool seem like exploring cheaper alternate options like Tosin, who was on Tottenham’s radar through the January switch window earlier than their transfer for Radu Dragusin.
Tosin, a product of the Manchester Metropolis academy, has loved 4 profitable years with Fulham however got here near leaving final summer time when he entered the ultimate 12 months of his contract. Each Tottenham and Ligue 1 facet Monaco had been eager however a deal couldn’t be struck with Fulham.
Alongside Tosin, Liverpool are recognized admirers of Fulham left-back Antonee Robinson, who penned a brand new five-year deal at Craven Cottage simply final summer time, although they do have a fit-again Andrew Robertson and Kostas Tsimikas on their books. Joe Gomez has additionally impressed in an inverted cowl position, reinforcing his capability to play anyplace throughout the backline.