Liverpool information: Andoni Iraola ‘launches record-breaking bid’ as switch battle heats up
Liverpool are reportedly set to make a major statement in the transfer market, with a record bid lined up for a midfielder who starred at the World Cup
Andoni Iraola has started life at Liverpool unbeaten(Image: AP Photo/Dave Shopland)
Liverpool return to Premier League action on Sunday after a three week international break and Andoni Iraola’s side face a huge test first up when they face Manchester City in Enzo Maresca’s side’s first game since they were found guilty of cheating financial rules.
Andoni Iraola’s team have climbed back up to sixth place in the table following a lacklustre start to the season. However, the focus on this season’s prospects hasn’t curtailed the flow of transfer rumours.
Rumours suggest that the Reds are preparing for at least one significant signing in time for the winter transfer window. Here, the Daily Star Sport brings you all the latest stories from Anfield ahead of this weekend’s return to action.
Liverpool are preparing a record bid to sign Gilberto Mora (Image: Luke Hales, Getty Images)
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Record-breaking Mora bid
TUDN has reported Liverpool have lodged a record-breaking bid for Mexican prodigy Gilberto Mora.
The 17-year-old has been linked with Arsenal, Barcelona and Real Madrid since bursting onto the scene at Tijuana in 2024.
Mora became the youngest player to represent Mexico at a World Cup when he played for El Tri this summer. As he prepares to turn 18 next week, interest in securing his signature is intensifying.
According to TUDN, Liverpool’s bid is valued at ‘in excess of £38million’, which would make him Liga MX’s most expensive departure in history.
The attacking midfielder, who is also capable of featuring on the left flank, appears destined to become one of the most sought-after talents on the market next year.
Mora found the net in a 1-1 friendly stalemate against Colombia last month but was kept out of Mexico’s remaining friendlies during the international window. TUDN’s report indicated that national team manager Rafael Marquez took that decision with potential transfer moves in consideration.
It’s claimed that development “is an indication the deal is progressing,” with a possible January switch being explored. Nevertheless, Liverpool face stiff competition from several top-tier rivals they’ll need to overcome to seal the transfer.
Reds battle Palace for Ndour
Cher Ndour has excelled for Fiorentina(Image: Luca Bizzarri – FIGC, FIGC via Getty Images)
Another prospective acquisition who has caught the eye at Anfield is Fiorentina midfielder Cher Ndour. However, the Reds will need to ward off interest from Juventus and Crystal Palace if they’re to secure the Italy international.
La Repubblica reported Ndour was the sole player at the Stadio Artemio Franchi considered ‘unsellable’ during the summer. That stance may be challenged if the Reds intensify their chase, though, with a bid around £30m thought to be sufficient to clinch his signature.
The former Paris Saint-Germain and Benfica midfielder has established himself as a crucial figure in Florence and remains just 22 years old.
Following links with several central players during the summer transfer window, Liverpool could require additional depth in midfield come next year.
Veteran midfielder Wataru Endo is expected to depart Merseyside when his deal runs out at the conclusion of this campaign. Questions will also surround the future of Alexis Mac Allister, who will shortly enter the final 18 months of his contract and was speculated to be heading for the exit door this year.
It’s important to note that PSG maintain a 50% sell-on clause in Ndour’s deal following his switch to Fiorentina for approximately £3.5 m last year. This would represent a tidy windfall for Les Parisiens should he depart next year, with Liverpool poised to capitalise.
