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Friday's Liverpool transfer talk news roundup: Thiago Alcantara, Kalidou Koulibaly, Divock Origi

Friday's Liverpool transfer talk: Alcantara, Koulibaly, Origi
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Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Liverpool on Friday, July 17.

The buildup to the summer transfer window has now begun, with rumours and speculation continuing to swirl as Liverpool eye possible reinforcements.

Jurgen Klopp's league leaders have not been particularly busy during recent windows, but that has not stopped the rumour mill from linking them with additions.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings from Anfield.

Friday morning's Liverpool transfer talk news roundup:


Divock Origi set for Liverpool stay?

Divock Origi celebrates scoring for Liverpool against Everton in the Premier League on December 4, 2019.© Reuters

Liverpool forward Divock Origi reportedly has little intention of departing Anfield during the next transfer window.

While the versatile attacker made pivotal contributions during Liverpool's Champions-League-winning campaign, the Belgium international has remained as backup to Jurgen Klopp's front three.

Origi has made just seven starts and 26 substitute outings in the Premier League and Europe this season, contributing three goals and one assist.

However, despite his bit-part role, Het Laatste Nieuws says that the 25-year-old is happy with life at his current club.

At a time when he still has four years left on his contract, the report says that Origi is not actively seeking "an adventure" at another club.



Manchester City 'quoted cut-price deal for Kalidou Koulibaly'

Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in October 2019© Reuters

Manchester City are reportedly in a position to sign Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly in a deal worth £65m.

While the centre-back is regarded as a key man at the Serie A outfit, speculation persists regarding an eventual switch to the Premier League.

Although City have previously been linked with a £72m bid for the Senegal international, Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has insisted that he has no intention of allowing the player leave for a cut-price fee.

However, according to The Mirror, City officials have been informed that £65m may be enough to bring the 29-year-old to the Etihad Stadium.

Having witnessed his side lose the top-flight crown to Liverpool, Pep Guardiola is prioritising a high-profile addition to his backline.

City are believed to be ahead of the Merseyside giants in the race for Koulibaly's signature.


More transfer news from Liverpool:

Mikel Arteta has "big concerns" over Arsenal's transfer funds
The Gunners claimed a 2-1 win against new champions Liverpool on Wednesday. Read more.

Manchester United 'close to beating Liverpool for Thiago Alcantara'
Manchester United allegedly put themselves in a position to edge out Liverpool in the race to sign Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara. Read more.

Bayern Munich 'want Liverpool to double Thiago Alcantara bid'
Bayern Munich and Liverpool are some way apart in their valuations of Thiago Alcantara, according to a report. Read more.

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