Liverpool Identifies Potential Salah Replacement

Liverpool is reportedly close to signing midfielder Maghnes Akliouche from Monaco, according to the reputable French publication L’Equipe.

The 24-year-old Frenchman is being considered as a potential replacement for Mohamed Salah, who is expected to leave the English club on a free transfer after the current season concludes.

Sources indicate that Liverpool is not deterred by Monaco's €50 million asking price for the player. However, the Merseyside club could face competition from Tottenham, especially if the London side manages to outmaneuver their city rivals West Ham in the battle for Premier League survival.

For Akliouche himself, a move to Liverpool would be highly appealing, offering him the chance to compete at the highest European level in the Champions League. The reigning English champions are almost certainly set to participate in the 2026/2027 Champions League season. In contrast, his current club Monaco could, at best, hope for a spot in the Conference League if they manage to overtake Marseille for sixth place on the final matchday.

Akliouche joined Monaco in July 2022 and is under contract with the French Ligue 1 side until the end of the 2027/2028 season. This campaign, he has registered 7 goals and 11 assists in 42 appearances. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is estimated at €50 million.