Latest developments
- Liverpool are considering a bid for Joao Gomes.
- The Reds are on the lookout for midfield reinforcements.
- Wolverhampton Wanderers are under no immediate pressure to sell.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (2/5): Liverpool considering Gomes swoop
Liverpool are weighing up whether to make a table an offer for Wolves' Gomes in the summer transfer window.
That is according to Caught Offside, who offer little details about their sources, so perhaps this one should be treated with a little caution.
Value (2.5/5): Reds open to making £40m bid
Liverpool believe that it could be worth their while to test Wolves' resolve by tabling a £40m bid. However, Wolves could be tempted to demand more, especially as Gomes is under contract until 2030, with an option to extend by a further year.
Suitability (3/5): Combative midfielder
One of Gomes's strengths lies in winning the ball back for his team, demonstrated by the fact he is in the top five for tackles won in the Premier League this season, as per FBref.
However, his potential suitors will be wary that he has a habit of giving fouls away, having committed 57 fouls in the Premier League this term – only two players have given away more this season.
Upgrade? (3/5): Endo replacement
Liverpool are believed to be looking to strengthen their midfield after failing in their efforts to sign Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi. There is a possibility that Gomes could replace Wataru Endo, who has been linked with a move away, having made just six starts this season.
Logic (4/5): Chance to play Champions League football
Gomes would surely jump at a chance to join a club that can offer him the chance to play Champions League football and challenge for silverware on a consistent basis.
Whisper+ verdict: 14.5/25
Gomes will be open to a move to Liverpool, but it is unclear how serious Liverpool's interest is at this stage. While a move cannot be ruled out, it currently seems an unlikely prospect.
