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Argentine midfielder Alan Varela has been linked with the move to the Premier League and Liverpool are thought to be keen on the 22-year-old defensive midfielder.
He has a long-term contract with the Portuguese club and he is likely to cost a premium. A report from Footmercato claims that the 22-year-old has been likened to the former Argentina international midfielder Javier Mascherano and a number of clubs are keen on him.
Liverpool, Borussia Dortmund and PSG are keen on the 22-year-old midfielder and he is likely to cost around €70 million.
Varela is quite young and he is likely to improve with coaching and experience. He could develop into a key player for Liverpool. The Premier League side need to sign a quality defensive midfielder. They need someone who can protect the central defence and break up opposition attacks.
PORTO, PORTUGAL – NOVEMBER 7: Alan Varela of FC Porto looks on during the UEFA Champions League match between FC Porto and Royal Antwerp FC at Estadio do Dragao on November 7, 2023 in Porto, Portugal. (Photo by Octavio Passos/Getty Images)
Alan Varela could transform Liverpool
The 22-year-old midfielder would be the ideal fit for them and he has the quality to thrive at the highest level. The reported asking price seems quite steep for the 22-year-old defensive midfielder, and it will be interesting to see where he ends up.
A move to Liverpool would allow the midfielder to continue his development with regular football and he would also get to compete for trophies at a high level.
It will be interesting to see if Liverpool are prepared to pay €70 million for him in the coming months. The 22-year-old would be long-term investment. He has all the tools to develop into a top class player with the right guidance and he could be a star for the Reds.
