Liverpool eye Adam Wharton as Real Madrid circle Gravenberch

In the latest transfer speculation, Liverpool and Real Madrid are at the centre of a potential blockbuster midfield move involving Ryan Gravenberch. The Dutch international joined Liverpool from Bayern Munich in September 2023 for €40 million and initially struggled to settle at Anfield. However, under Arne Slot, his role was transformed as he was deployed deeper in midfield as a No 6, a change that proved decisive. Gravenberch went on to play a vital role in Liverpool’s Premier League title triumph last season, featuring in all but one league match and emerging as one of the squad’s most consistent performers.

Those displays have reportedly caught the attention of Real Madrid, who are searching for a long term midfield leader. Reports claim Madrid have tabled a massive €120 million offer after new boss Xabi Alonso personally pushed for the signing, viewing Gravenberch as a player capable of leading the club’s next era. The proposed bid has sent shockwaves through Anfield, although Liverpool are not keen on selling such a key asset.