The Ecuadorian maestro could follow his former Brighton teammate to Anfield this summer
Liverpool appear to have a long-standing interest in Moises Caicedo. However, any move looked unlikely following the additions of Alexis MacAllister and Dominik Szoboszlai to strengthen the midfield earlier in the window.
As talkSPORT reported earlier this week, Liverpool are considering a move for the Brighton and Hove Albion midfielder this summer. This is after reports of both Fabinho and Jordan Henderson being approached by Saudi Pro League clubs.
Liverpool will consider joining the race for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo if Jordan Henderson and Fabinho move to Saudi Arabia."
"Chelsea are also keen on the midfielder, who the Seagulls value at Ł100m - talkSPORT sources understand."
How good is Moises Caicedo?
It has been confirmed that Fabinho did not join the squad on their pre-season visit to Germany this weekend. Italian journalist and transfer insider Fabrizio Romano revealing that Liverpool's defensive midfielder is closing in on a move to Al Ittihad.
As a result, it is looking increasingly unlikely that the Brazilian will play for Liverpool next season. This leaves a gaping hole in the centre of the pitch. This paves the way for the Reds to target Caicedo in the remaining weeks of the transfer window.
As stated above, the Merseyside giants have already begun their midfield rebuild with the signing of Szoboszlai and Caicedo's former midfield partner, Mac Allister and now Jurgen Klopp could spark a reunion between Brighton's dynamic duo that were leading performers in the Seagulls' European success.
The pair have developed a partnership that has made them two of the hottest prospects in the Premier League over the last 12 months. Mac Allister's technical brilliance, attack threat and pressing skills are a huge selling point in his Ł35m move to Anfield.
Together they have often beenpraised, with journalist Julien Laurens claiming Liverpool would benefit from having them in their squad.
"The Mac Allister - Caicedo partnership is just good. They are exactly what Liverpool need so badly."
Now the German coach can use Fabinho's exit as an opportunity to combine the World Cup winner's qualities with familiarity in Caicedo. In addition, he can bring an incredibly dominant defensive presence to the club too.
Only Fulham's Joao Palhinha completed more tackles and interceptions (193) than the Ecuador international (156) in the Premier League last season. He ranked eighth in the entire top flight for touches, which is a testament to his huge influence and undeniable ball-winning talent.
Over 37 league appearances, the 21-year-old - hailed a "joy to watch" by journalist Josh Bunting - tallied up an 89% pass completion rate, successfully completed 57% of his dribbles and won 58% of his duels combined, as well as averaging a whopping 73.9 touches, 53 accurate passes, 1.2 key passes and 2.7 tackles won per game, as per SofaScore.
As for Mac Allister, the World Cup winner can also chip in defensively having averaged two tackles per game in the league last term, although unlike his ex-teammate - who provided just two goal involvements in the top-flight in 2022/23 - the Argentine maestro registered ten goals and two assists, showcasing that he can offer balance as a more forward-thinking asset in contrast to the more defensive-minded Caicedo.
With that being said, the signing of Caicedo would be a monumental move in Liverpool's pursuit to rebuild for the next generation of success at Anfield. Reuniting Brighton's most valuable partnership would likely make Mac Allister unstoppable next season .
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