Liverpool make Real Madrid star top transfer target as Arne Slot gives green light on deal: Reports

According to a report by Fichajes.net, Liverpool are interested in signing Real Madrid's Aurélien Tchouaméni in January 2025. The Frenchman has been criticized for his performance as a makeshift center-back this season.

Tchouaméni joined Real Madrid for a reported €80 million from Monaco in July 2022. However, the Frenchman has struggled to establish his dominance in midfield. Tchouaméni's recent criticism could be down to the massive level of expectation at Madrid, given his big-money transfer fee.

Meanwhile, the Reds are looking to sign Tchouaméni to enhance their midfield. It is believed that his presence would enhance their chances of clinching the Premier League title this season.

Liverpool have been looking to sign a defensive midfielder that could stabilize their midfield since last summer. Hence, his defensive intuition and remarkable passing ability could enhance the Red's outlook if signed.

Tchouaméni has registered 20 appearances across all competitions this season. In 14 La Liga appearances, he has won 51 out of 86 ground duels contested. The 24-year-old has also registered 741 successful passes out of 795 attempts.

The Frenchman could be a decent alternative to Martín Zubimendi who the Reds have been pursuing since last summer.

Liverpool interested in signing FC Porto's Nico Gonzalez in January 2025 - Reports

FC Porto v CF Estrela da Amadora - Liga Portugal Betclic - Source: Getty

The Reds are presently monitoring FC Porto's Nico Gonzalez and are reportedly set to make a move for the midfielder in the upcoming transfer window. This is according to a recent publication by Anfield Watch (via Caught Offside).

Gonzalez has proven to be a formidable midfielder for Porto this season. In 24 appearances, he has scored five goals and registered five assists.

His outstanding start hasn't gone under the radar as the Reds are looking to sign him. Gonzalez's creativity and attacking proficiency have proven to be outstanding. The Spaniard is also a versatile midfielder who could feature in numerous midfield positions. Hence, his signing could profit Liverpool's midfield in many ways.

Gonzalez is contracted at FC Porto till June 2028. However, the aforementioned report claimed that the Spaniard has a €60 million release clause in his contract that the Reds are looking to trigger.