New Liverpool coach Arne Slot has reportedly identified his first major transfer target for the 2024/2025 campaign.
The Dutch coach will be looking to stamp his authority in the squad following the departure of Jurgen Klopp, who won eight trophies during his nine years at Anfield.
Read: New Liverpool Boss Slot: Why I Replaced Klopp
According to TEAMtalk, Slot is said to be eyeing a move for Real Madrid wonderkid Arda Guler.
The Turkish midfielder only joined Los Blancos from Turkish giants Fenerbahce, but did not get the regular game time due to the talent already at Carlo Ancelotti's
The reports adds that the Reds are looking to advantage of the teenager's lack of game time and give him more minutes in the Premier League.
The arrival of Kylian Mbappe and Endrick next season could very well see Guler's minutes decrease even more, as he already has to compete with Rodrygo, Vinicius Junior and Brahim Diaz.
The 19-year-old has already caught the eye after scoring a wonder goal in Turkey's 3-1 win over Albania at the 2024 European Championship on Wednesday.
There are also reports in Spain claiming Los Blancos could loan the young midfielder out to another LaLiga club for the next season.
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