Liverpool is looking in LaLiga for the substitute of Alexander Arnold

Liverpool continues to explore the market in search of possible replacements for Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose future at Anfield is not entirely secure. One of the names that has gained strength in recent weeks is Juanlu Sánchez, a young right-back from Sevilla. At 21 years old, Sánchez has attracted the interest of the English club, which sees him as a viable option should Alexander-Arnold decide to leave the club, with Real Madrid being one of his possible destinations.

Alexander-Arnold's situation worries Liverpool, as the defender has not yet given clear indications about his continuity. With a contract that needs to be reviewed, the player wants to ensure that the club is willing to meet his aspirations both in terms of sports and economics. This implies not only a salary improvement that would put him on par with the highest-paid players on the team, like Mohamed Salah, but also a clear indication that Liverpool aims to compete at the highest level. As negotiations progress, the Merseyside club keeps options open in case of a possible departure of the player who has been crucial to their tactical scheme in recent seasons.

Juanlu Sánchez, in Liverpool's sights

In this context, Juanlu Sánchez has emerged as an attractive option. Sevilla is willing to negotiate his transfer, and although they value the player at 25 million euros, they could accept his departure if the contractual situation of the young player is not clarified soon, as his contract with the Andalusian club extends until 2026. Liverpool considers that Sánchez, with his youth and potential, fits the profile of what they are looking for in case of losing Alexander-Arnold. While Sánchez may not have the same goal-scoring or assists figures as the English player, his defensive ability makes him a piece with potential to adapt to Jürgen Klopp's system.

Juanlu Sánchez is not the only player on Liverpool's list to reinforce the right-back position. Jeremie Frimpong of Bayer Leverkusen is another option the club has considered. However, the offensive profile of the Dutchman may not fit entirely into a team that also requires defensive solidity in that position. In contrast, Sánchez has shown an interesting balance between defense and attack, making him a more complete option.

Furthermore, the young Spanish defender could compete with Conor Bradley, another of Liverpool's young promises who has been standing out in the youth categories. This internal competition would be beneficial for the club, which aims to continue developing young talent while maintaining a competitive level in all lines of the team.

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