Liverpool, Tottenham, Chelsea and Juventus battle for highly rated free agent

Liverpool have one of the strongest forward departments in Europe, with Mohamed SalahLuis Díaz and Diogo Jota among the names present in their ranks.

Given that there are six players who can naturally play on the forward line, an addition in that area seems unlikely. However, with uncertainty over Darwin Nunez’s future with the Reds, as well as Federico Chiesa’s slow start at Anfield, a departure could pave the way for next summer.

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If Arne Slot is missing one player from his squad, it’s an absolute number nine who will score 30 goals a season – even if Salah offers him from a wider position.

João PedroAlexander Isak and Omar Marmoush have all been linked with moves to Liverpool in recent weeks, although recent reports suggest a League One striker could move to the red side on Merseyside.

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According to journalist David Ornstein, Liverpool are one of several clubs evaluating Canadian international Jonathan David. He is expected to become one of the most sought-after free agents on the market next summer.

Chelsea, Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur are among the other English teams interested in signing the 24-year-old. Juventus, Inter and Atletico Madrid also attract admiration.

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David’s contract expires this summer, meaning clubs will be allowed to begin negotiations regarding a pre-contractual agreement from January. This will be an opportunity for many European teams to sell their project to convince the Lille striker to join them.