Liverpool Nears £17m Signing of Bayer Leverkusen Defender Amid Arne Slot Links

Liverpool manager Arne Slot, who previously achieved success with Feyenoord, has shown a strong interest in signing players he worked with in the Netherlands, including Lutsharel Geertruida and Sam Beukema. Geertruida, currently unhappy at RB Leipzig, could be the subject of Liverpool's pursuit as the club looks to strengthen its squad, with his admiration for Slot likely influencing the potential move. Slot's longstanding interest in Beukema dates back to 2021 when he personally tried to sign the Dutch defender for Feyenoord, but Beukema chose AZ Alkmaar for its stability before moving on to Bologna. Despite missing out initially, Slot remains impressed by Beukema’s performances and could seek to bring him to Liverpool, especially after praising his display in a recent Champions League match between Liverpool and Bologna. The defender has expressed no regrets about his career path, acknowledging the uncertainty of alternate outcomes but appreciating Slot’s continued support and recognition. Liverpool's transfer plans also include interest in other Serie A players like Ademola Lookman, with competition from clubs such as Arsenal and Barcelona.