Liverpool have been continuously linked with a move for Bayern Munich midfielder Ryan Gravenberch for some time now and having missed out on the Dutch midfielder when he headed to Germany from Ajax, the Reds could be about to land their man some 12 months later.
Following a difficult first season at the Allianz Arena, the 21-year-old has recently spoken of his desire to feature more frequently moving forwards under new boss Thomas Tuchel.
However, should Gravenberch not be satisfied with the conversations regarding his role with the Bundesliga champions, there is a possibility a move could follow and Liverpool would likely be the leading candidate to benefit.
As such, for the latest edition of Transfer Insight, Dan spoke to Sport1 chief reporter Kerry Hau to get the latest on the pursuit…
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Kerry said:
“I mean, if you give that many interviews saying you are not happy with you’re situation then I don’t think you are 100% with Bayern Munich.
“I know that they spoke in February already with Liverpool, his camp and he is very interested to join Liverpool and to go in the Premier League, it’s a desire.
“He knows that if Thomas Tuchel says ‘I will count on you 100%’ then there is a possibility that he will stay. So it’s a very difficult situation right now – they will speak. You have to communicate, you have to have a clear plan.
“Last year he joined Bayern because they promised him he would be a starter, to start matches and to gain confidence, also the possibility to go with the Netherlands to go to the World Cup and in the end, he didn’t play for Bayern Munich and didn’t go.
“He became frustrated, he already told some teammates that he is not happy in Munich and he would like to leave. It’s always a sign as a player if you speak in public that you are not happy. It was not one interview, it was now five, six interviews.
“Bayern Munich knows he is keen to do something different if Thomas Tuchel doesn’t count on him as a starter and it’s difficult but there’s so much competition in midfield. ”
Redmen Reacts
Making a big move as a sought-after youngster can be a cruel mistress and up until now it’s safe to say that Gravenbech’s switch hasn’t worked out as planned for the starlet who shares similar statistical traits to another man heavily linked with a move to Anfield, Khephren Thuram.
Despite his struggles during his debut campaign, the Dutchman still has plenty to offer at the top level and as such, Liverpool should be all over a move for the eight-cap ace.
In need of additional midfielders, Jurgen Klopp would welcome a player of Gravenberch’s ilk and energy to the ranks.
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