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“Top transfer target”: Reds linked to €60 million rated Frenchman

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This January could prove a pivotal point in Liverpool’s season with the opening of the winter transfer window – due to the abundance of injuries already sustained to the squad up to this point.

One of the most affected areas of Jurgen Klopp’s side has been his defence, with Vigil van Dijk, Joe Gomez, and Trent Alexander-Arnold currently sidelined with injuries.

A player that has been reported as who should be the club’s main transfer target is that of RB Leipzig’s French defender Dayot Upamecano.

The 23-year-old had been on the radar of many of Europe’s big clubs over the summer, with Leipzig managing to keep hold of their man – but the Reds could be set to raid the German side in order to secure Upamecano’s services.

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In the Bundesliga this season, the Frenchman has averaged 1.2 tackles, 0.8 interceptions, 1.8 clearances, and 1.8 aerial duels won per game. His form in the Champions League has been equally impressive, with 4 tackles, 1.3 interceptions, 2 clearances, and 2.7 aerial duels won per game.

I think the defender is currently one of the best in the world – and if the Reds were to complete the signing come January, we could be looking at the best defence in the world when everyone is fully fit again. There is no doubt in Upamecano’s quality given the interest surrounding the Frenchman and I think he would make a perfect fit within the club. Of all the defenders the club has been linked to recently, I definitely feel that Upamecano is the strongest candidate – and could be available for cheaper than his reported market value of €60 million.

The Metro has reported that Upamecano could be available for as cheap as £40 million in the winter – all the more reason for the Reds to get their man.

What do you think Liverpool fans, would you like to see Dayot Upamecano in Red? Let us know in the comments below…

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