Liverpool's brilliant campaign under new manager Arne Slot has propelled the Reds to the top of the Premier League table with 35 points, maintaining a comfortable seven-point lead over second-placed Chelsea.
Slot's impact has been just as evident in Europe, where the Merseyside club have dominated the Champions League, winning all five of their league stage matches.
As the January transfer window approaches, Liverpool are reportedly targeting Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong to strengthen their squad and maintain their dominance in all competitions.
Liverpool make offer for Frenkie de Jong
According to a report from Football365the Netherlands international is seen as the ideal successor to Ryan Gravenberch, who is attracting keen interest from Real Madrid.
According to the report, the Reds are keen to sign the midfielder and have made an offer worth €40 million as they look to take advantage of the player's current situation with the Spanish side. The report adds that Arne Slot personally advised the club to sign him.
De Jong suffered from injuries at Barcelona
The 27-year-old had a difficult previous season, with an ankle injury sidelining him for most of the campaign, resulting in 47 missed matches for club and country.
Under new Barcelona coach Hansi Flick, De Jong has made 11 appearances this season but just two starts, underlining his diminished role within a crowded midfield. Since joining Barcelona, he has made 224 appearances for them, scoring 18 goals and 22 assists. His total in all competitions and levels is 35 goals and 48 assists in 385 matches. (Transfer market)
Barcelona have considerable depth in midfield with Pedri, Gavi, Dani Olmo, Marc Casado and Fermin Lopez, limiting De Jong's opportunities. A move to Liverpool offers the Dutchman a chance to restart his career in a system that would maximize his technical abilities.
Slot's vision of a dynamic, possession-oriented midfielder makes De Jong an ideal candidate. Known for his ability to control tempo, break defensive lines and keep his cool under pressure, he would perfectly complement Liverpool's attacking philosophy.
If the move goes through, De Jong's arrival could mark a crucial step in Liverpool's quest for domestic and European success while providing him with a platform to re-establish himself as one of the world's best midfielders.
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