Liverpool ‘targeting Matheus Nunes transfer as Jude Bellingham transfer alternative to bolster threadbare midfield’
LIVERPOOL are reportedly eyeing up a move for Wolves midfielder Matheus Nunes.
The Reds have struggled in the centre of the pitch so far this season, winning just two of their opening six Premier League matches.
And Jurgen Klopp admitted before the end of the transfer window that they would like to sign a midfielder if the right player was available.
They subsequently acquired Juventus man Arthur Melo on loan to add to Thiago Alcantara, Jordan Henderson, Fabinho, James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita.
But a more long-term option is still something Liverpool are keen to sort out.
They have been heavily linked with a move for Borussia Dortmund and England international Jude Bellingham.
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But the Bundesliga side are set to demand £100million for the 19-year-old, meaning he may be difficult to bring to Anfield.
As a result, UOL understand Nunes is being linked as a potential alternative next summer.
The 24-year-old impressed during his time at Sporting Lisbon – helping them win their first league title in 19 years in 2021.
Speaking about him back in February, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola said: “I would say that Matheus Nunes is one of the best players in the world today.”
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In the summer, he then joined Wolves for £38m and has hit the ground running at Molineux.
But he has signed a five-year deal with Wolves, so Liverpool will have to pay a substantial fee if they are to sign him.
Liverpool sporting director Julian Ward has a strong relationship with Nunes’ agent Jorge Mendes – who also represents Reds striker Darwin Nunez.
Benfica’s Enzo Fernandez, 21, is also considered to be someone Liverpool are monitoring.