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Liverpool is tracking Monaco star Maghnes Akliouche as transfer rumors intensify around Barcelona, Real Madrid, Chelsea, and Juventus.
Liverpool are closely monitoring Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche as the club searches for long-term attacking reinforcements.
The 24-year-old France international has emerged as one of the standout creative players in Ligue 1, with Liverpool reportedly viewing him as a potential successor to Mohamed Salah.
Akliouche is currently valued at around €50 million, although competition for his signature is expected to intensify during the summer transfer window.
Liverpool are also keeping an eye on Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara, but Newcastle United are strongly interested in the Senegal international as well.
Elsewhere in Spain, major changes continue behind the scenes.
Espanyol have officially appointed legendary sporting director Monchi as their new general sporting director.
The former Sevilla transfer mastermind built a reputation as one of Europe’s smartest football executives after discovering and developing numerous stars during his time in Andalusia.
At Barcelona, coach Hansi Flick is set to receive a major reward after guiding the club to the La Liga title.
According to reports in Spain, Barcelona and Flick have already agreed a contract extension that will keep the German coach at the club until at least 2028, with an option for an extra season until 2029.
Meanwhile, uncertainty continues to grow at Real Madrid following a disappointing campaign.
Vinicius Junior has become one of the central figures in the speculation surrounding the club, with fresh rumors suggesting the Brazilian winger could even consider leaving this summer.
The ongoing instability in Madrid has also sparked suggestions that Manchester City could attempt to take advantage of the situation.
Another player facing an uncertain future is Marcus Rashford.
The England international spoke openly after Barcelona’s recent title celebrations and admitted he would like to stay in Catalonia.
“If I were a magician, I would stay,” Rashford reportedly said when discussing his future.
Jose Mourinho also addressed growing rumors linking him with a sensational return to Real Madrid.
The Portuguese coach has repeatedly been connected with the Madrid job in recent weeks as speculation around the club’s direction continues.
At Liverpool, there are also fresh rumors involving captain Virgil van Dijk.
Turkish giants Galatasaray are reportedly exploring the possibility of signing the Dutch defender, although staying at Anfield also remains an option for the experienced centre-back.
Juventus, meanwhile, are considering a move for Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson.
The Senegal international spent last season on loan at Bayern Munich, but the German champions reportedly have no intention of keeping him permanently.
Despite the uncertainty, Jackson still has a long-term contract with Chelsea running until 2033.