Liverpool looking at one of the best young CBS “in Europe”

Despite the addition of Florian Wirtz this summer, Liverpool have been aggressive in their efforts to improve Slot ArneThe background line.

The Reds were certainly not horrible in the back in 2024/25, but with Trent Alexander-Arnold heading towards Real Madrid, the signature of Jeremie Frimpong was a necessity.

On the back left, Milos Kerkez should arrive, replacing Andy Robertson whose best years are watching him.

To the central defender, they can also require a replacement of the French defender Ibrahima Konate. It is sought after by Real Madrid and an outing is more likely.

How Liverpool could replace the Konate

Konate has had a fabulous season for Reds, in partnership with Virgil Van Dijk in an expert manner.

While the Dutchman has finally signed a new contract in Anfield, he cannot be joined by his partner in crime for too long.

Recent reports suggest that Real Madrid is interested in assessing the French defender of Liverpool, but there is Additional interest in Saudi clubs And the winners of the Champions League, PSG.

So, in this spirit, Liverpool sought alternatives. Crystal Palace Marc Guehi was reservedAs Castello Lukeba of RB Leipzig also did.

It is according to journalist Lewis Steele who revealed on his YouTube channel which “Lukeba in Leipzig could be one to look at, it is clear that Liverpool has kept an eye on him.”

Steele added: “I was told that Liverpool had scouts in many RB Leipzig matches this season. He could also be one to look in terms of Liverpool trying to obtain the best young defenders on the market.”

Why could Lukeba be better than Guehi for Liverpool

Although Wirtz Signer for Liverpool was certainly the latest news of Merseyide Week, the news that the Reds could also take a step for Guehi was the second hottest subject.

Towards the end of the week, it was revealed that Richard Hughes and Co had to launch an offer to sign the English international this summer, while the reports have noted since when Liverpool is now getting closer to an agreement on personal conditions. Whether he joins or not this summer remains to be seen.

Valued at 70 million pounds sterling by Crystal Palace, it could be available for as little as 45 million pounds sterling, since he has a year on his contract at Selhurst Park, but Guehi would be willing to wait a year and to go on a free transfer if he does not move now.

Premier league Proven and having a captain of the eagles, there are very little risks attached to his agreement. However, could Liverpool really sign a player with greater potential for Lukeba? Most likely.

Said before among the “best CB U21 in the 5 best leagues in Europe” and described as “one of the best defensive prospects of world football” by data analyst Ben MattinsonThe Frenchman, who is only 22 years old, has skills that perfectly sum up a modern defender.

Like a Jorrel Hato, a Josko Gvardiol, Lukeba has the tools to be able to play as a hybrid and rear left back defender. This level of versatility already prevails over Guehi, which is more of a traditional half-center.

The skills that the 22 -year -old offer, however, is also incredibly exciting. It has an excellent ball game capacity, ranking inside 20% of the best defenders of the great European leagues for progressive passes. He is extremely comfortable with the ball at his feet, also seated among the Top 1% of central defenders for progressive races.

A postponement is considered to be progressive if the ball is moved towards the objective of the opponent at least 10 meters from its starting point or is transported to the penalty zone.

He is already really elite in this department, ranking like the Fourth semi-center U21 the most progressive in Europe in 2023/24.

When you compare the figures for the two defenders, it is clear to see how progressive Lukeba is. Guehi is certainly comfortable on the ball, but the Leipzig star is the following level when it comes to moving forward with possession.

Above all, this is not done at the expense of his defensive tasks either. Although not to classify strongly for the antennas won, with regard to plated, there is not much difference. Lukeba even does more interceptions by 90 minutes.

Thus, while Guehi could well be an international proven in England with a Premier League experience, Lukeba has a special profile and has all the talent to become one of the best central defenders in Europe.