Liverpool chiefs eye star in making who is the best prospect in his country

Liverpool are in pole position to claim the Premier League title under Arne Slot, so there is no surprise that plenty of names are being mentioned in connection with a move to Anfield this summer.

Liverpool roadmap summer transfer strategy and contract renewals

Evaluating the current picture, there is very little for Liverpool fans to feel displeased about as their side edge closer to lifting a first Premier League trophy since 2020.

Arsenal’s lack of a striker has led to successive top-flight matches without a goal to their name, leaving the Gunners 13 points adrift of their title rivals with 11 fixtures left to play.

Arne Slot will be the first to say that plenty of work is left to be done before any partying can begin, but excitement is widespread among Liverpool fans ahead of what promises to be an exciting summer window.

Per recent reports, scouts are set to watch Reds target Jorrel Hato in action for Ajax as the Dutchman casts the net for defensive reinforcements. Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen is another on his radar, with young players that carry long-term value set to form part of the brief for potential arrivals on Merseyside.

Of course, renewing Virgil Van Dijk, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Mohamed Salah’s contracts will form the main talking point between now and the end of the season, though it remains to be seen whether any of the trio mentioned remain as talks continue.

Van Dijk is reportedly close to agreeing a new deal at Liverpool and may be confirmed soon. However, he is just one part of a three-piece puzzle that Slot will have to solve in a short period of time.

Regardless of internal events, the former Feyenoord boss looks to be building for the future with his side now said to be pursuing a supremely talented youngster.

Liverpool want to sign Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara

According to TBR, Liverpool are in the hunt to sign Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara despite competition from a host of clubs around Europe for the Senegal international.

Manchester City, Tottenham, Chelsea, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Brighton & Hove Albion and Bournemouth have all watched the 21-year-old in action this term, while Real Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen, Bayern Munich and Saudi Pro League clubs are also keeping tabs on his situation.

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This former Liverpool star could have been a valuable asset in Arne Slot’s system.

Regarded as the best current prospect from Senegal and a rising star according to the report, Camara has been previously been praised by former Liverpool star Sadio Mane, who was excited to see his countryman ‘flourish’ after Senegal’s opening-day victory over Gambia at the African Cup of Nations.

Making 31 appearances this term, the midfield enforcer has registered two goals and six assists across all competitions for Monaco. He has also created 33 chances in Ligue 1 coupled with 31 successful tackles, showcasing his energy to make an impact at both ends of the field.

Wataru Endo may be coming towards the end of his time at Anfield despite his cult hero status, so there is reason to suggest Camara could be a smart replacement this summer should Slot earn financial backing from FSG.