Liverpool may have passed on the upper hand in talks for Andre this January after opting to pursue alternative targets.
Jacque Talbot, reporting for FootballTransfers, confirmed on X (formerly Twitter) that the Cottagers remain ‘keen’ on the Fluminense star.
It’s understood, however, as per the journalist’s report, that Marco Silva’s men have yet to submit a proposal for the Copa Libertadores winner.
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Why the change of heart?
It remains unclear why exactly Liverpool have decided on this plan of action ahead of the January window.
Andre had arguably distinguished himself as a footballer of note in Fluminense’s cup win, reportedly attracting interest from fellow Premier League rivals Arsenal.
The price-tag (€30m-€40m) hardly seems prohibitive – especially for a position we must strengthen as soon as possible – and the player fits the ideal age profile (22) desired.
It wouldn’t be entirely out of character, of course, to witness the club produce a new name seemingly out of thin air!
In the meantime, we can only speculate as to the reason behind Liverpool’s change of heart.