Liverpool targets £60m “magical” forward as potential Luis Diaz upgrade

Liverpool’s success under new manager Arne Slot has defied expectations, with the team sitting four points clear at the top of the Premier League table at Christmas. While Luis Diaz has shown flashes of brilliance, including a recent two-goal performance against Tottenham, Liverpool may be looking to upgrade their attack further.

According to reports, Liverpool has identified Brighton striker João Pedro as a top transfer target. The 23-year-old Brazilian has impressed since joining Brighton in 2023, scoring 20 goals across all competitions last season. This campaign, he has 4 goals and 3 assists in just 11 Premier League appearances.

João Pedro has outperformed Diaz in several key metrics this season, including assists, touches per game, and aerial duels won. At just 23 years old, he represents a long-term investment who could reach even greater heights at Anfield.

While Diaz has been effective when deployed centrally, he is most natural as a left winger. João Pedro would provide Liverpool with a more dedicated striker option to compete with Darwin Núñez, who has struggled for consistency.

Brighton will likely demand around £60 million for their star forward, but Liverpool may view this as worthwhile to secure a “magical” talent entering his prime years. With Diaz’s contract talks reportedly stalling, João Pedro could be the perfect replacement to take Liverpool’s attack to the next level.