Liverpool will undoubtedly have many transfer targets this summer as they look to compete on all fronts next season.
After a disappointing end to Jurgen Klopp’s final season at Anfield, the powers that be will be keen to usher in a new era of success.
Arne Slot has been chosen as the new frontman, but the former Feyenoord boss will need new players to help move the club in the right direction.
And that is where the summer transfer window comes in, with the new man in the dugout certain to bring new players to Anfield.
With Champions League football returning to Merseyside, there are definitely several areas of the squad that need improving.
Assan Ouedraogo’s father speaks out after Liverpool links
One area that the Reds reportedly want to strengthen is midfield, with Liverpool keen on a move for Schalke star Assan Ouedraogo.
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And the player’s father has now added fuel to the fire, telling Sky Sport Germany: “We have not yet made a commitment to any club.
“What we can confirm is that we have received several written offers. Not just from Bayern Munich.
“Many clubs, especially from the Premier League, have been very interested in Assan. There are teams from England who would like to sign Assan directly for their professional team in the summer. We will make the right decision soon.”
Will Liverpool make a move for Schalke star Assan Ouedraogo?
Liverpool already have a handful of young midfielders among their ranks, with Curtis Jones and Harvey Elliott leading the way in that regard.
But Ouedraogo could be added to the mix ahead of the new season, giving Slot a new and exciting option in that area.
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The 18-year-old is, however, very versatile, and has proven in his brief career so far that he can play in the middle and out wide.
Despite his youth, Ouedraogo has already hit the headlines for several reasons, having won the U17 World Cup with Germany, and having also scored on his Schalke debut, becoming the club’s youngest goalscorer in the process.
Comparing the midfielder to the likes of Xabi Alonso and Michael Essien, the official Bundesliga website praised the player’s ‘explosive pace and power,’ which would be warmly welcomed at Anfield.