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Liverpool Transfer News: Reds Join The Race For Former Real Madrid Star

Liverpool have already been active in the transfer window with deals for Jeremy Jacquet and Victor Munoz already wrapped up.

A move for another midfielder is expected with names like Adam Wharton and Alex Scott being heavily linked.

However, an attacking midfielder could also be on their radar. According to Ideal Granada, Liverpool have joined the race for UD Almeria star Sergio Arribas.

The report said: “The English club has set its sights on the Madrid-born attacker after his outstanding season with the Almería side, a campaign that has established him as one of the most sought-after players in the Segunda División and one of the best opportunities on the market, with 26 goals and seven assists in 46 appearances this season.”

However, the report claims that Real Madrid will hold a ‘significant’ role in any negotiations for Arribas: “Real Madrid will also play a significant role in any negotiations. The club retained 50% of Arribas’ economic rights when he transferred to Almería in the summer of 2023, convinced of the academy graduate’s potential and the possibility of obtaining a substantial profit from a future sale. This clause gives Real Madrid a privileged position in any transfer that may occur during this window.”

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Who is Sergio Arribas?

Arribas, formerly of Real Madrid, has had an outstanding season in La Liga 2. The Spaniard managed 33 direct goal involvements and faces interest from a number of top European clubs.

Whilst mostly deployed as an attacking midfielder, the 24-year-old is also capable of playing on either wing. That versatility will be hugely attractive to Liverpool as they look to strengthen the depth and quality of their attacking options.

The Almeria playmaker could offer a cheaper option to Liverpool. Transfermarkt currently value him at €20m. A move would likely cost more than that, but certainly wouldn’t break the bank.

Liverpool have often looked beyond the top divisions for signings. The likes of Andy Robertson, Georginio Wijnaldum and Xherdan Shaqiri all arrived from relegated sides.

As a squad option, the Real Madrid academy graduate could prove to be a shrewd piece of business.