New winger: ‘Final piece of the jigsaw’

A report in Football Insider is now claiming that a wide forward – specialising in one v one duels – will be the “final piece” of the Anfield jigsaw.

“Liverpool are laying the groundwork to sign a one vs one forward this summer,” the report reads.

“There is an acceptance that Liverpool do not have a direct forward who can dribble past players in the manner of former attackers Sadio Mane and Luis Diaz.

“The club’s scouts and data analysts are assessing players in that mould aged 24 or below, who have the potential to make a big impact for the Premier League champions.

“A one vs one specialist is believed to be seen by the club’s recruitment team as the final piece in the jigsaw for the newly configured attack.”