Liverpool’s new manager Arne Slot has identified Dutch midfielder Kees Smit as a key target. The 18‑year‑old has 18 Eredivisie starts, 89% pass accuracy and 5.8 ball recoveries per game, fitting Slot’s emphasis on technically sound, young midfielders.
Meanwhile, RB Leipzig’s 19‑year‑old winger Yan Diomande, who has scored seven goals and provided four assists in 20 Bundesliga appearances, is also attracting interest. With a €100m asking price, clubs like Manchester City, United and Liverpool say they can afford him.