Liverpool preparing big-money move for RB Leipzig's Lukeba
Lars Foster
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba has caught the attention of top clubs with his performances, and his potential has made him a highly sought-after target. However, signing him won’t come cheap.
Details: According to Christian Falk, Liverpool is targeting the 22-year-old French center-back. However, the Reds will likely have to pay €90 million—the release clause in Lukeba’s contract, which becomes active in the summer.
Lukeba has emerged as a key candidate to strengthen Liverpool’s defense. Virgil van Dijk has been the leader at the back for several seasons, but uncertainty surrounding his contract—as well as those of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Mohamed Salah—is pushing the club to explore the transfer market.
Reminder: Previously, reports suggested that Liverpool winger Luis Díaz has expressed his desire to join Barcelona.