Liverpool have failed with a late transfer to signal Hoffenheim striker Maximilian Beier, a report has claimed.

The Reds have lengthy been linked with a transfer for 21-year-old Beier, who netted 16 targets in 33 appearances final season and has additionally been touted as a attainable goal for Premier League rivals Chelsea.

In keeping with Sky Sports activities Germany, Beier stays an actual goal for Liverpool and the Reds even held talks over a deal in the previous few days as they tried to persuade the younger striker to make the transfer to Anfield.

Nevertheless, Beier stays clear in his need to affix Borussia Dortmund as a substitute. Nuri Sahin’s facet want to substitute Niclas Fullkrug following his transfer to West Ham United and have set their sights on Beier.

Talks over private phrases are underway, and as soon as an settlement is reached, Dortmund plan to barter with Hoffenheim to seal Beier’s signature and guarantee he doesn’t be part of Liverpool this summer time.

90min understands a central striker just isn’t certainly one of Liverpool’s high switch priorities this summer time. As an alternative, Arne Slot desires a large ahead, a brand new centre-back and a midfielder.

Membership officers are exploring a transfer for Actual Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, who comes with a launch clause of €60m (£51.7m).

The Athletic state that Zubimendi is more likely to approve a transfer to Liverpool this summer time, regardless of having beforehand rejected the prospect to maneuver to the Premier League.

Nevertheless, agreeing a charge with Sociedad may very well be difficult. Earlier reviews have warned suitors that Zubimendi will solely be obtainable for his €60m launch clause, which must be paid in full and can’t be unfold out into instalments.

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