Liverpool are preparing for a significant attacking overhaul this summer, with manager Arne Slot backed to reshape the squad after a transitional first season. The club's hierarchy has committed to providing fresh attacking reinforcements, particularly on the flanks, as Mohamed Salah prepares to leave on a free transfer. According to The Athletic, the Reds have compiled an extensive shortlist of wide forwards, including six players currently operating in the Premier League.
The Liverpool Transfer Targets
RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande remains the Reds' top priority, with the club mounting a full throttle pursuit of the Ivorian talent. However, Liverpool's scouting network has identified a broader range of attacking options to ensure flexibility in their recruitment strategy. The comprehensive list includes players at various stages of their careers, from established Premier League operators to exciting young talents.
The six Premier League targets identified by The Athletic are:
- Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United) — Also on the radar of Barcelona and Bayern Munich
- Yankuba Minteh (Brighton & Hove Albion) — Promising young talent in attack
- Rayan (Bournemouth) — Brazilian winger signed for £24.7 million in January, excelling on the right flank with pace and power
- Mohammed Kudus (Tottenham Hotspur) — Availability dependent on Spurs' league position
- Jarrod Bowen (West Ham United) — May become available if the Hammers are relegated
- Crysencio Summerville (West Ham United) — Fellow Hammers forward subject to similar conditions
Relegation Battles Could Shape Deals
The movement of several targets hinges directly on their clubs' Premier League survival prospects. Should Tottenham experience relegation, Kudus is expected to seek a move away from the club. Similarly, if West Ham drops into the Championship, both Bowen and Summerville would likely depart, making them realistic acquisition targets for Liverpool's spending power.
Liverpool's aggressive approach reflects confidence in Slot's direction despite a mixed first campaign. The addition of multiple wide forwards signals intent to compete across all competitions, with interest in Federico Chiesa and potential moves away from underperformers like Cody Gakpo also under consideration. With Harvey Elliott's loan spell at Aston Villa deemed unsuccessful and Hugo Ekitike sidelined long-term, the Reds are committed to genuine squad depth. Incoming fixtures will be crucial in determining how these transfer targets fit into Liverpool's evolving tactical approach next season.
