Latest developments
- Liverpool are joining the race to sign Alphonso Davies from Bayern Munich.
- The Canadian international has drawn interest from Real Madrid and Man Utd.
- The Reds have been eyeing a new left-back in recent weeks.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (3.5/5): Athletic usually very reliable
The future of Alphonso Davies is still very much up in the air, as Liverpool are set to rival Real Madrid and Manchester United for the signing of the Canadian.
This news was shared by Liverpool news site anfieldindex.com, after the story broke on The Athletic, who are one of the most trusted news organisations in the business.
Value (4/5): Bayern's price tag lowering
Real have been leading the race for the Canadian's signature for a while, and were told by Bayern last season that the price was £58 million, but by the summer, that figure had dropped to £41.5 million.
A very reasonable fee for one of the best players in his position, even if his contract is expiring at the end of the season.
Suitability (4.5/5): Ready to tear up the Premier League
At 24, Davies is perhaps not at the peak of his powers just yet. The modern full-back loves to maraud forward and turn defenders inside out.
Primed and ready to feature in an Arne Slot back four, he can also do a job further forward on the left.
Upgrade? (4.5/5): Liverpool thinking long-term
The Reds have been monitoring a few left-backs of late, especially younger options as they look for a long-term replacement for Andy Robertson, while Kostas Tsimikas seems destined to remain as a back-up at best.
Davies can not only take a starting place now, but can hold it for years to come.
Logic (4/5): Does he have his heart set on Real?
The logic seems clear for Liverpool, who will deny their rivals of a world class talent and nail down one of their positions to strengthen.
With similar levels of football and chances to win silverware on offer, it might come down to whether Davies would prefer turning out at the Bernabeu or at Anfield.
Whisper+ verdict: 20.5/25
A reliable source has thrown Liverpool's hat into the ring, and Davies is exactly what the Reds are looking for moving forward. Real might still be frontrunners, but a Liverpool bid might be incoming.
