Former Liverpool midfielder Jermaine Pennant has urged manager Arne Slot to sign Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise as a replacement for Mohamed Salah, who is set to leave the club at the end of the season. Pennant suggested a swap deal involving Cody Gakpo, who has struggled for form this season.
Olise has impressed in his second season at Bayern, scoring 20 goals and providing 29 assists in 47 appearances. Despite his contract running until 2029, Pennant insisted Liverpool must secure the France international "at all costs," adding: "Any amount plus Gakpo."
Meanwhile, captain Virgil van Dijk has voiced his support for midfielder Curtis Jones amid uncertainty over his future. Jones, 25, has entered the final year of his contract with no extension agreed. Van Dijk said: "Of course I want him to stay. Curtis was outstanding against Everton. He is comfortable on the ball and understands what is asked from that position."
Liverpool currently sit fourth in the Premier League, with a win over Manchester United on Sunday potentially moving them up to third. The club's summer transfer plans are expected to be revealed soon.
