It isn\u2019t at all difficult, nor unexpected, to entertain suggestions that Jurgen Klopp is probably looking for a massive squad overhaul at the end of this season, with strengthening the engine room being a priority, considering the massively disappointing campaign they\u2019ve been enduring this term.<\/p>\n
It now appears the Anfield outfit is also exploring the possibility of adding reinforcements to their backline with the recent revelation that the Reds are searching for a successor to Virgil van Dijk in the upcoming transfer window.<\/p>\n
The Dutch defensive mainstay of the Reds has been pivotal to Liverpool\u2019s success since his arrival back in 2018, despite having struggled to showcase his best this season.<\/p>\n
Goal<\/em> reports that Liverpool have been keeping a close eye on the market to find the Dutchman\u2019s heir and Chelsea\u2019s Levi Colwill is one of the players who has caught their attention as the Blues star is currently out on a season-long loan at Brighton & Hove Albion but notably hasn\u2019t been able to establish himself as a regular starter in Roberto De Zerbi\u2019s side. Nonetheless, the Englishman has showcased glimpses of his talent whenever called upon.<\/p>\n The 20-year-old stands 6ft 1in tall, possesses high potential, is comfortable with possession, is strong, possesses impressive aerial skills, can cover distances quickly, and is excellent defensively. Which means, in a nutshell, the defender would be an excellent acquisition for Liverpool.<\/p>\n Moving to Anfield in the summer would then allow him the luxury of developing under van Dijk\u2019s tutelage which would help him reach his full potential.<\/p>\n However, reports allege that the Blues are keen to tie down their defender \u2013 who still has two and a half years left in his current contract \u2013 to a new long-term deal as the west London club appear most intent to keep their academy graduate. On top of that, Graham Potter\u2019s side would definitely be most reluctant to sell their player to a direct rival.<\/p>\n Liverpool would really have to up the ante by a great margin to formalise their interest in purchasing Colwill \u2013 valued at around \u00a39m by Transfermarkt\u00a0\u2013 at the end of this season to persuade the west London club to sell the highly talented defender.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"