Paul Horst has revealed that Liverpool are unlikely to rekindle their previous interest in Fluminense’s Andre Trindade in January.
The Merseysiders were interested in the youngster during the summer transfer window, with many linking the Brazilian with No.6 at Anfield. “Let’s just say the interest of the people I talked to about everything about Andre has waned.”
He spoke to the Liverpool Echo’s Josh Sexton on the Anfield Wrap transfer show.”Liverpool asked Fluminense at the beginning of August and were basically told ‘we can’t get him because we’re trying to win the Copa Libertadores.’ Horst added: “Everything around him pointed to him replacing Thiago.
A central progressive ball player, this player can be used as an option when needed.”I’m a little less optimistic about these tires, especially in the summer when I’m interested.”
Jurgen Klopp’s men are unlikely to be in the market for a new number six, but Liverpool have suffered a historic blow just when they felt they were running out of elite signings. Thiago Alcantara would be a more suitable replacement.
The 22-year-old had some serious upside, with FBref rating him in the 86th percentile for successful receptions and the 99th percentile for pass attempts and completions. There’s further evidence that he’s comfortable with the ball, ranking in the 75th percentile on progressive carries.
The Brazil international has decent numbers defensively, but perhaps not enough to be considered an upgrade over Alexis McAllister or Wataru Endo in the no. 6. Could he be Thiago’s replacement? may be. It may not seem like an area, but we will prioritize it in the coming weeks.
