Liverpool Transfer News Today: Salah replacement plan THREATENED, new Firmino FOUND and Zubimendi DECISION

Here's the latest Liverpool transfer news for you to catch up with on Tuesday 1st October

Liverpool join ELITE list in EXCITING £83m centre-back transfer CHASE

Liverpool have entered a group of teams looking to sign an exciting centre-back who is very highly rated.

Richard Hughes is still yet to leave his mark as the club's sporting director. Although he made a couple of promising signings in the summer in Federico Chiesa and Giorgi Mamardashvili, Hughes didn't address the no.6 problem that the Reds took into the transfer market.

Meanwhile, he has also failed to extend the contracts of Mohamed Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Virgil van Dijk, which is the utmost of priorities for the Reds.

But it's still early days and Hughes has plenty of time to prove his credentials. Especially, as he looks to accelerate moves for exciting talents across the globe.

Liverpool fans CONVINCED they have DISCOVERED the next Roberto Firmino

Liverpool fans on social media have been going crazy about a forward who shares an uncanny resemblance to Roberto Firmino.

The Brazilian forward will always be an indelible member of Jurgen Klopp's greatest era at Anfield. Firmino was the superstar in the team who turned heads with his exquisite touch.

From his no-look finishes to his dazzling turns, Firmino was the full package and the Reds have missed him since his departure.

At the moment, the Brazilian is showcasing his quality in Saudi Arabia, where he continues to be a mainstay in Al Ahli's side.

Meanwhile, Liverpool supporters are convinced that they have found the heir to his throne at Anfield, who looks like the spitting image of the former Reds forward.

Liverpool face RIVAL to sign Mo Salah protege who's OUTSCORING Harry Kane

Liverpool have looked electrifying in attack this season, scoring 20 goals in their first eight games in all competitions under Arne Slot.

Despite this red-hot start, the future of the Reds’ front line remains uncertain, and talisman Mohamed Salah will leave Anfield at the end of the season if he does not sign a new contract with the club.

Although the priority will likely be getting Salah, who has five goals and four assists this season, to sign a new contract, Liverpool will need to start assessing alternatives to their talisman before time runs out.

One long-term target the Reds have been monitoring is Salah’s countryman Omar Marmoush, who currently plays for Eintracht Frankfurt.

Liverpool eye La Liga breakout to replace Trent Alexander-Arnold

The prospect of Alexander-Arnold leaving Liverpool at the expiration of his contract prompted the team to begin looking for fresh right-back candidates.

If Alexander-Arnold is to leave the club, European Champions Real Madrid seem the likely suitor to sign the defender where he’ll join up with good friend Jude Bellingham.

A CaughtOffside report states that one option to have been unearthed from Liverpool’s shortlist is the versatile Sevilla star, Juanlu Sanchez, with reports now surfacing with claims that the Reds are interested in one of LaLiga’s breakout stars.

The full-back is contracted at Sevilla until 2026 so the Spanish side may have to cash in on Sanchez to avoid risk of losing him on a free transfer.

The report also suggests Sevilla’s asking price would be €25m (£21m).

Liverpool looking to STEAL versatile £13m Manchester United target

TBR Football are reporting that Liverpool are eyeing Argentina under-23 international Kevin Zenon. Zenon, who currently plies his trade at Argentinian giants Boca Juniors, has spent his time moving between a left midfield and left wing position this season.

Whilst this boils down to Boca largely setting up in a flat 4-4-2, it does raise the question of where Liverpool picture Zenon fitting into their side.

With Manchester United and Newcastle United also interested in the midfielder, the report states that Zenon has a £12.7m release clause in his contract, meaning any transfer would be as much about Zenon’s desire than anything else.

Liverpool could aim to woo him with success on the pitch this season.

Zubimendi decides his next destination

No new contract has been signed yet though and, with Real Sociedad currently sitting 14^th in the table after eight games, the Euros winner may be reconsidering his future.

According to TBR Football, Zubimendi has decided he wants to join Real Madrid despite lingering interest from Liverpool. It would see the Reds lose another transfer target to Los Blancos, having previously seen Aurelien Tchouameni, Rodrygo Goes, Eduardo Camavinga, Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe head to Madrid.

The report also claims that Arsenal, Tottenham and Manchester City are interested in the 25-year-old, which could make a Liverpool return for the midfielder that much harder.

Liverpool reignite interest in wonderkid

According to Tutto Mecarto Web, Liverpool are one of a number of teams keen on signing Dorgu, who is under reportedly contract until 2029.

The report also states that Napoli, AC Milan, Chelsea and Tottenham are interested in the 19-year-old and therefore the Reds aren’t expected to have a clear run at his signature.

Although the report doesn’t state a likely price for the youngster, Football Transfers value him at €12.5 million and the demand for the player is likely to drive the price even higher.