Nayef Aguerd of West Ham is being watched by Liverpool in anticipation of a potential summer transfer.
Joel Matip’s contract expires next summer, therefore Jurgen Klopp will soon be contemplating a defensive overhaul, and he appears destined to be the first player to leave. The Reds overhauled their midfield throughout the summer, and the defense may follow a similar route in 2024.
In order to improve his defensive options at the end of the season, Liverpool is reportedly mulling a transfer for Hammers center-back Aguerd. The 27-year-old, who cost £30 million to bring from Rennes to the London Stadium last summer, is also drawing interest from Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City.
Although Aguerd recently told his representatives that he was content at West Ham, his remarkable form has now raised the ire of both Liverpool and Manchester City. This came after Aguerd received proposals from two unidentified European bidders and a Saudi Pro League club this summer.
Al-Ittihad, run by Nuno Espirito Santo, expressed late interest in Aguerd but failed to submit a counteroffer. Aguerd’s willingness to accept a deal from Liverpool or City is unknown, but if he continues to excel for the Hammers in the Premier League and in Europe, there will undoubtedly be interest in him.
