Wish upon a Sarr: Klopp’s next project makes sense for Liverpool

By Adam Brown – @AdamMNViThe arrival of Kostas Tsimikas from Olympiakos means Liverpool have found valuable cover at left-back, but Jurgen Klopp’s activity in the transfer market isn’t done yet.Strength in depth is an element of Manchester City’s squad which is incomparable with the rest of the league, and it’s something which the Reds must improve if we are to retain the title next season.While Takumi Minamino has shown glimpses that he can perform in the Firmino role,  there is less promise about Liverpool’s wide options when Klopp rests Mane or Salah. Xherdan Shaqiri made only eight appearances last season, and Divock Origi scored just one goal when starting from the wing.So how do the Reds address this issue? It’s unlikely FSG will warrant a marquee signing, and in many ways, we don’t need one; Liverpool’s starting XI is as strong as any in football. Klopp must find a fit for his style of play, someone who can be moulded and gradually become a starter capable of replacing one of the front three; that man could be Ismaila Sarr.

It was at this point, Liverpool knew they were in trouble ????pic.twitter.com/t3w3ka7EyS

— Goal (@goal) March 1, 2020

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The Senegalese winger signalled his class against the Reds with a calm finish in what was very much a Liverpool type of goal; aggressively playing the ball behind the line and leaving defenders in a foot race. It’s something we’ve seen so often as a result of Klopp’s counter-pressing style.A 22-year-old compatriot of Sadio Mane, the Watford man showed signs of his potential last season, recording five goals and four assists across 22 starts. By comparison, Mane’s first campaign in the Premier League with Southampton returned 10 goals and three assists in 24 starts – Sadio was also a year older than Sarr during his first season in England’s top flight.What this suggests is that Ismaila Sarr has the potential to develop at a similar rate to Senegal’s best-ever player. Working under the tuition of Klopp, playing in a system which suits his direct style and ability to run in behind – Sarr would only improve from playing in a team surrounded by world-class players

Ismaila Sarr was doing incredible things on a football pitch long before he joined Watford ????pic.twitter.com/pGuACD0qZD

— Goal (@goal) July 28, 2020

The Senegalese prospect isn’t the complete article yet – and while he is capable of scoring goals like in the video above, his finishing is a part of his game which must find more consistency when chances arise. That said, his current set of skills fit the bill of a Klopp player who could make an instant impact at Anfield.With reports suggesting Watford are asking for a fee in the region of £40m, Michael Edwards must negotiate to find the best deal for Liverpool. It’s steep for a squad player, but Sarr’s age means his value is unlikely to depreciate. The former Rennes man will be an exciting addition should FSG give the green light.By Adam Brown @AdamMNVi