Liverpool are preparing to host Bournemouth at Anfield on Saturday as they look to rebound from last weekend's defeat to Nottingham Forest. The Reds secured a 3-1 win over AC Milan in the Champions League on Tuesday, with goals from Ibrahima Konate, Virgil van Dijk and Dominik Szoboszlai.
Transfer speculation continues to surround the club, with Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz and Paris Saint-Germain's Xavi Simons among the names linked. German journalist Christian Falk has reported that Wirtz is under consideration for a move next summer, with Real Madrid leading the chase. Manchester City have also been mentioned as potential suitors, while Manchester United are not currently in the race. Leverkusen are reportedly demanding around £126m for the 21-year-old.
Meanwhile, PSG loanee Xavi Simons is attracting interest after his performances at Euro 2024. The 21-year-old is currently on a short-term spell at RB Leipzig, but Bild journalist Yvonne Gabriel has claimed Liverpool were 'extremely keen' during the recent transfer window, with manager Arne Slot holding a good connection to the player. PSG reportedly want to sell him next year, with a price tag of around £67m.
On the pitch, Ryan Gravenberch has impressed in his new defensive midfield role under Slot, earning man-of-the-match honours in the win over AC Milan. The 22-year-old has been shifted from an attacking midfield position to form a double pivot alongside Alexis Mac Allister, unlocking the potential that both Bayern Munich and Liverpool saw in the Ajax academy graduate.
