Reports from Spanish transfer company Fichajes suggest that Liverpool have now entered the race to sign Real Madrid’s talented Turkish midfielder Arda Guler ahead of the summer transfer window.
The links come amid speculation about the future of LIVERPOOL‘s midfield and managerial uncertainty at Anfield, with some outlets even tying potential new coach Xabi Alonso to the club and reportedly keen to bring in Guler as the cornerstone of his project.
Guler, 20, joined Real Madrid in 2023 with a reputation as one of Europe’s brightest young playmakers but has faced fluctuating playing times this season. Although he has shown creativity and attacking intelligence – contributing important goals and assists – he has not always been a guaranteed starter under his current setup in Spain.
From Liverpool’s perspective, Guler meets several strategic needs. His ability to operate as a central attacking midfielder, a number 10 or wide creative outlet offers tactical flexibility that could complement star players such as Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister. Multiple sources have noted that Liverpool’s midfield options sometimes lack consistent inventiveness – an issue that Guler could help address.
For Guler himself, a move to the Premier League and Liverpool specifically would provide a platform for growth that combines elite competition with mainstream responsibility.
The raucous atmosphere and fast-paced football at Anfield could accelerate his development, making him a more complete and resilient attacking threat. Furthermore, working under a coach who is reportedly keen to build around him – rather than as a rotation option – could help unlock Guler’s potential and raise his profile on the world stage.
However, Real Madrid are unlikely to make the deal easy. The Spanish giants reportedly highly value Guler and have previously resisted offers, highlighting his long-term role in their squad. Moreover, his contract extends well into the second half of the decade, giving Los Blancos leverage in the negotiations.
Still, like LIVERPOOL If he can present a compelling sporting project – and match Madrid’s financial expectations – one of the brightest young talents in European football could start a new chapter at Anfield this summer, combining creative flair with the intensity of the Premier League.
JOE GOMEZ LEAVING?
Speculation over the future of England defender Joe Gomez increased today after reports he could leave Liverpool at the end of the season. According to Spanish outfit Ficajes, the centre-back is emerging as a serious target for AC Milan, who are believed to be preparing a move to strengthen their defensive options for next year.
Gomez, 28, has been with Liverpool since 2015 and has developed from a promising teenager into a versatile and reliable team member who can operate across the backline. Despite a resurgence in playing time this season, the long spell behind established starters in previous campaigns has left the player open to a new challenge – one that could bring consistent minutes and a central role in a major European project.
Liverpool, who are already preparing for a transition summer marked by possible squad restructuring, could consider a sale if a suitable offer for Gomez is made, according to the latest reports.
Would a move to Seria A be good for Gomez?
For Serie A, a transfer could be the ideal environment in which Gomez can develop. Italian football has long been seen as a defender’s paradise: a competition based on tactical sophistication, structure and positional intelligence.
For a player who has endured fast-paced, physically demanding seasons in the Premier League, a move to a more tactical league could provide both a new challenge and a platform to fine-tune the cerebral aspects of his game.
At AC Milan, Gomez would join a team that has built its reputation on youthful talent, strong coaching and a modern defensive identity. Milan’s return to regular Champions League football further strengthens the appeal, allowing Gomez to maintain his prominence on the European stage while embracing a new cultural and competitive environment.
If the move becomes a reality, it could represent a mutually beneficial shift: LIVERPOOL would continue to shape their next defensive era, Milan would secure a proven defender, and Gomez himself would find a league and club that offered a new challenge and environment.
ALONSO TIPPED FOR LIVERPOOL
According to new claims from Fichajes, Xabi Alonso is being touted as a potential successor to Arne Slot at Liverpool, despite Slot having only been at Anfield for a few months.
Fichajes report that senior figures at Liverpool remain admirers of Alonso, whose remarkable work at Bayer Leverkusen elevated him to one of Europe’s most sought-after coaches last season. Alonso ultimately chose to move to Real Madrid, but that ended sooner than many people expected.
Slot, who arrived this summer to replace Jurgen Klopp, has faced the expected challenges of succeeding one of the most transformative managers in Premier League history. While LIVERPOOLThis season’s performance has been mixed, with the club hierarchy publicly backing Slot and remaining committed to a long-term project focusing on coaching stability and gradual evolution of the squad.
Nevertheless, Fichajes suggests Liverpool’s admiration for Alonso has not waned, and the club could consider a managerial change if results deteriorate significantly between now and the end of the season. However, the report emphasizes that no formal step has been taken and that Alonso remains fully focused on his current role.
Liverpool sources in England have previously insisted that Slot was hired with a multi-year plan in mind, and that the club intended to avoid short-term decision-making after such a major management transition.
Would Liverpool really fire Arne Slot so early and move for Alonso?
While Alonso’s connection with LIVERPOOL and his growing reputation as a manager make this an intriguing one. The chance that Liverpool will fire Slot so quickly seems very small.
The club’s ownership and football leadership value stability and long-term planning. After 8½ years under Klopp, Liverpool knew the next season would bring adjustment, tactical adjustments and uneven results. Slot was hired precisely because of his track record of systemic, patient team building – and not because of his immediate transformation.
Secondly, sacking a manager after a poor season would represent a major change from Liverpool’s established philosophy. There are no indications from the club that Slot is under pressure or that his job is dependent on immediate success.
While Alonso may one day return to Anfield as manager, the suggestion of Liverpool making the move from Slot so early seems speculative at best.
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