According to O Jogo, Liverpool, Manchester United and Newcastle United are all interested in a move for Sporting defender Goncalo Inacio.
The 23-year-old defender has emerged as one of the most highly-rated defensive prospects in Europe following a series of impressive seasons in Portugal.
Recently, the defender was part of Portugal’s UEFA Nations League winning team, getting more attention for his impressive performances for his national team.
Inacio is comfortable both in central defense and as a left-back. His game intelligence, composure on the ball, and long-range passing has impressed a number of top clubs.
Liverpool need a new defender this summer
Signing a new defender could be crucial for Liverpool this summer due to the uncertain future of some of their players.
Ibrahima Konate has entered the final year of his contract at the club and he is set to become a free agent in 2026.
There is nothing agreed over a new deal between the French defender and the Premier League champions.
Another Liverpool centre-back who could head out of the club is Jarrel Quansah. The young defender has admirers in Bayer Leverkusen and his departure could leave Liverpool short in the centre-back position.
Joe Gomez’s future at Anfield also remains unresolved with the defender looking to move away from the club in order get more first team action.
That leaves Liverpool searching the market for a new central defender who can become a part of their squad under Arne Slot next season.
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Goncalo Inacio has admirers in the Premier League. (Photo by Carlos Rodrigues/Getty Images)
Inacio is reportedly valued at around €60 million, though Portuguese outlet O Jogo believes Sporting might accept less.
With Manchester United and Newcastle also lurking, Liverpool may need to act decisively if they truly want to secure his signature.
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