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Glasgow Rangers are plotting a move for right-back Bright Osayi-Samuel this summer, with Michael Beale looking at improving the depth of his squad.

What’s the latest on Bright Osayi-Samuel to Rangers?

According to Turkish outlet Sporx, Rangers have tabled a bid for the Fenerbahce defender ahead of the transfer window, however, the report states it is unclear how they will respond to this offer.

He could cost the Ibrox side around €10m (£8m) as per A Spor (via Sport Witness) if any deal is to go through, and with clubs such as AFC Bournemouth and Leeds United keeping tabs on the player, Beale must act swiftly if he wants to secure his signing.

Could Rangers sign Bright Osayi-Samuel?

There have already been plenty of departures out of Ibrox, with the likes of Alfredo Morelos, Allan McGregor, Scott Arfield, Ryan Kent and Filip Helander leaving on the expiration of their contracts, while Scott Wright and Jon McLaughlin could be sold.

Beale looks set to undergo a major rebuild and having already signed three players before the window has even opened, could Osayi-Samuel be the fourth to join the Gers?

The fee could be the only barrier to a move. However, given his qualities on the right flank, he could be an ideal heir to James Tavernier over the next few years. The captain will turn 32 years old during the early stages of next season, and although he has shown no signs of slowing down, registering 28 goal contributions in all competitions during 2022/23, Beale will need to think of someone who could eventually take over from him.

He has scored 101 goals and registered 117 assists for the club, stunning numbers for a right-back and unlikely to be bettered, however, the 25-year-old Osayi-Samuel has spent the majority of his career operating as a winger before dropping to the right side of defence, thereby he knows how to score and create chances.

Indeed, the Nigeria international has 21 goals and 26 assists to his name thus far in his career, while his former manager (and ex-Rangers boss) Mark Warburton has hailed him as someone who “terrifies defenders”, further underlining his attacking capabilities.

This is further justified by the fact he has achieved more successful dribbles per game than Tavernier this term (0.9 to 0.8), although he is still some way short in terms of big chances created (13 to 1) and key passes per game (2.9 to 0.4). However, moving to the Gers could grant him a licence to roam forward in a similar vein to Tavernier and create more opportunities for his teammates.

Beale could make a shrewd investment by signing Osayi-Samuel this summer, especially with his versatility, though an £8m transfer fee could yet be a key stumbling block.

Wolverhampton Wanderers have been linked to an Argentine sensation following the opening of the transfer window.

The stage is set for Julen Lopetegui to recruit wisely this summer, with the Spaniard committing his future to the club following the surfacing of their Financial Fair Play (FFP) concerns.

The latest talent linked to the club could prove to be a worthy introduction to challenge in midfield at Molineux.

What’s the latest on Anibal Moreno to Wolves?

As reported by journalist Ariel Hachita Luduena via radio show Planeta Racing Club, Wolves are interested in Racing Club midfielder Anibal Moreno.

The report suggests that Wolves have the 24-year-old on their ‘radar’, and are joined by both Porto and Zenit in the chase for the Argentine.

Football Transfers values Moreno at €3.8m (£3m), making him an affordable option for Lopetegui to consider.

What could Anibal Moreno offer to Wolves?

With Wolves almost certainly expected to lose Ruben Neves and Joao Moutinho already confirmed to depart, Lopetegui could opt to seek a midfielder to fill the role of either player this summer.

Playing in Argentina’s Liga Profesional de Futbol, Moreno flexes the ability to operate at Molineux in ways similar to their skipper as highlighted through his numbers this campaign.

Lining up primarily as a defensive midfielder the San Fernando del Valle-born maestro has shown that he can step up to deliver in all areas asked of a cog in the engine room.

As per Sofascore, the Argentine averaged 1.1 shots per game as well as 0.6 key passes in 12 league appearances to showcase his competency going forward while acting in a deeper role.

The midfielder also flexed an assured passing ability, maintaining an 85% accuracy rate and boasted to be a player that enjoys being on the ball as highlighted through his monstrous 72.3 average touches per game.

Defensively, the Argentine performed better than Neves in terms of the success rate over his total duels attempted, winning 55% with an average of 5.4 per game to the Wolves captain’s 53% success rate averaging 4.0 per game in the Premier League.

Impressively, the 24-year-old averaged 2.3 tackles per game recording a number higher than arguably the Premier League’s most effective holding midfielder, with Manchester City’s Rodri scoring 1.9 per game in this area.

At a limited price, Lopetegui could uncover the latest South American talent to flourish in the Premier League in a move that could benefit all parties and most importantly bolster his side while adhering to the strict budget.

Arsenal have made a “proposal” to sign Chelsea forward Kai Havertz this summer, according to reliable journalist David Ornstein of The Athletic.

Who could join Arsenal this summer?

After missing out on their first Premier League title in nearly 20 years, with Man City’s treble-winners beating them to the league, it’s time to prepare for the 2023/2024 season.

To go again and mount another challenge, Arsenal will need to strengthen in key areas of the pitch, with sporting director Edu confirming long ago that plans have already been well underway.

“Our planning has already been done.” said Edu to ESPN in April (via 90min).

“It has already reached the owners. Now, we’re taking things step by step. We’re focused on how we will finish the season, but we’ve put in the planning and I’m very excited.”

West Ham star Declan Rice, who is on the way out of his current club this window, is a firm transfer target for the Gunners with Brighton’s Moises Caicedo and Man City captain Ilkay Gundogan also being eyed up for the midfield areas.

Meanwhile, reports have suggested that Arsenal could set their sights on additions at full-back, leading to interest in City defender Joao Cancelo, Galatasary star Sacha Boey and Real Valladolid ace Ivan Fresneda.

Following William Saliba’s season-ending back injury, there have also been suggestions that the north Londoners could target a centre back signing too.

However, according to reliable journalist Ornstein, it appears a brand new target in Havertz has come right to the forefront these past 24 hours.

Arsenal’s pursuit of the Germany international has apparently ramped up “in recent days” and a “proposal” has been made by Arteta’s side after contact with both the player and Chelsea.

Who is Kai Havertz?

Called “exceptional” by members of the media, Havertz has been likened to both former Arsenal star Mesut Ozil, for his brilliant left foot, and even Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane.

Lothar Matthaus, speaking to Kicker (via The Mirror), claims the forward has shades of France’s footballing icon.

“I compare him to Zinedine Zidane in terms of skills, technique and overview, and anticipating a situation,” said Matthaus.

“Zidane didn’t seem quick, but he was when he hit the ball. Havertz can do that too.”

As well as going through the meticulous and exhaustive process of pinpointing the right man to succeed Roy Hodgson, Crystal Palace must begin to make inroads in the fiercely competitive transfer market.

The midfield has already undergone huge change via the departures of Luka Milivojevic and James McArthur leaving a lack of depth in the centre of the park.

Steve Parish has never been a notoriously big-spending owner as the club often targets attainable, affordable, and realistic options – the next name to fit this bill is Ellyes Skhiri.

What’s the latest on Ellyes Skhiri to Crystal Palace?

According to Tuttomercatoweb (via Sport Witness), the Eagles have been “strongly” following the Koln midfielder, who has a “dream” to play in the Premier League.

Alongside the South Londoners, AC Milan are also vying for the 28-year-old’s signature, who is seen as a “market opportunity” due to his availability as a free agent upon the expiration of his contract on 30 June.

The Rossoneri have reportedly offered the Tunisian a three-year deal with the option of a fourth, so Palace will need to match or better this offer, with Skhiri expected to make a decision in the coming days.

How would Ellyes Skhiri fit in at Crystal Palace?

The £28k-per-week star made 32 Bundesliga appearances this season, scoring seven times.

The 54-cap international has demonstrated himself as a phenomenal all-rounder, averaging 2.5 tackles, 1.8 interceptions, 1.3 dribbles, and 1.3 clearances per game. Combine these statistics with his goals, and you have a threatening pivot with punishing physicality that could seamlessly slot into the Palace side.

Aptly described as "big and strong" by Koln coach Steffen Baumgart, the former Tunisian Footballer of the Year international ranks impressively across the continent as he sits within the top 15% in Europe’s top five leagues among his positional peers for non-penalty goals per 90, blocks per 90, and interceptions per 90.

Thus, after assessing his impressive profile, Skhiri makes for a perfect partner for Cheick Doucouré.

The 23-year-old joined Palace last summer for £22m and has swiftly established himself as an indispensable member of the team.

Last season, he averaged the most tackles (2.3) and interceptions (1.6) in the squad and the Eagles lost three of the four matches that Doucouré didn’t play in.

His ability to sniff out danger, read the game, and win possession perhaps goes under the radar but is of undeniable importance to the Eagles.

With this spectacular solid spine potentially protecting Palace’s backline, it creates a foundation that will allow the creative influences of Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise to flourish spectacularly under any new manager.

Arsenal are now on the verge of completing a move for Ajax defender Jurrien Timber, according to Sky Sports reporter Florian Plettenberg.

Is Jurrien Timber joining Arsenal?

According to a report from The Mirror, Timber believes he has an agreement in place with Ajax that will allow him to make the switch to the Emirates Stadium, having turned his back on a move to Manchester United last summer.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has recently revealed Arsenal are set to make another offer for the Ajax star, having already had one bid knocked back, as the player himself considers the project "perfect" for his aspirations.

Mikel Arteta is said to view the 22-year-old as a "priority target for this window", and the Gunners boss is now very close to completing a deal, according to a new update from Plettenberg.

Taking to Twitter, the Sky Sports reporter claimed the defender is on the "verge" of completing a switch to north London, as he "wants to join" and the verbal agreement is now "done."

Finalising the move now all comes down to the second official offer, and an "agreement is expected" for a fee of around €40m – €45m (£34m – £39m) plus bonus payments, which Plettenberg believes would be a "good deal for all parties."

"Jurrien Timber, on verge to join Arsenal! Bayern is not involved at this stage. The player wants to join Arsenal. Verbal agreement is done. All depends on the second official offer now. Agreement expected between €40-45m transfer fee + bonus payments. Would be a good deal for all parties."

What position does Jurrien Timber play?

The 5 foot 10 defender has most commonly been deployed at centre-back throughout his career so far, however, he is versatile and has made 49 appearances at right-back, another area in which Arteta is reportedly keen to strengthen.

Football Scout Jacek Kulig has hailed the Ajax academy graduate as "exceptional", as he makes up for his lack of height with his "understanding of the game, anticipation, pace and ball skills."

Last season, he averaged 1.2 interceptions per game in the Eredivisie, the joint-second highest figure in the squad, which indicates that Kulig is correct in his assessment about the Utrecht-born defender being able to read the game very well.

Over the past year, the Utrecht-born defender has also showcased his passing ability, ranking in the 99th percentile for passes attempted and his pass completion rate per 90, when compared to his positional peers playing at a similar level. Timber has proven that he is more than capable of making the step up to the Premier League, and it is exciting news that the deal now appears to be very close to completion.

Manchester United target Andre Onana is 'very open' to a switch to Old Trafford from Inter Milan and progress on a potential transfer could be made 'this week', according to transfer insider Dean Jones.

What's the latest transfer news involving Andre Onana and Man United?

According to Sky Sports News, Manchester United have made a bid worth €45 million (£38.5 million) to try and land Onana's signature this summer while talks over a move for Atalanta striker Rasmus Hojlund are continuing.

The report states that there is a gap in valuation between the two clubs; however, optimism exists that a compromise can be agreed upon between Inter Milan and Manchester United.

As per 90min, Inter Milan are holding out for around €60 million (£51 million) before considering selling the £63k-a-week ace, though Manchester United are willing to pay a maximum of €50 million (£43 million) for the 27-year-old stopper and believe that they have a strong hand in discussions.

Other names have also emerged on Manchester United's goalkeeper target list, including Feyenoord's Justin Bijlow, who could be available for a fee in the region of £25 million.

Brighton & Hove Albion stopper Robert Sanchez has emerged as a cheaper alternative if Manchester United fail in their endeavours to bring in Onana and would cost around £30 million to bring to Old Trafford, as per The Daily Mail.

Speaking to GIVEMESPORT, transfer insider Jones expects progress on Onana's proposed move to Manchester United imminently.

Jones stated: "The fallout from the weekend is that United do intend to stay on the trail of Onana but they have been cautious not to rush into their offer for him. One key thing in this transfer interest is that they have been assured that Onana is very open to joining them – he’s not forcing his way out of Inter but he would love to be United’s next number one if he does leave.

"That’s promising for United. Links with him to Saudi Arabia do not help their cause as they have no intention of being used as an auctioning tool and they will not get dragged into a price war.

"But I expect progress this week, one way or the other, as De Gea needs some clarifications too."

Would Andre Onana be a good signing for Manchester United?

Onana is a reliable shot-stopper and very comfortable with the ball at his feet, fitting Erik Ten Hag's possession-based tactical framework nicely.

Last term, the Cameroon international amassed 41 appearances in all competitions for Inter Milan, keeping 19 clean sheets, as per Transfermarkt.

As per FBRef, Onana recorded save percentages of 73.5% and 80.7% in Serie A and the Champions League, respectively, demonstrating his capacity to come up with important contributions in key moments for his current employers.

Of course, Manchester United face a stand-off with David De Gea at present, who was set to agree an extension at the club before a U-turn occurred, leaving him as a free agent and unlikely to return to the club if a move for Onana is completed, as per talkSPORT.

Having a clean break may be best for both parties and, in turn, enable Ten Hag to rely on a man that is more in tune with his ideals between the sticks in the form of Onana, who would be a statement signing for Manchester United ahead of 2023/24 commencing.

Leeds United have finally appointed their new head coach at Elland Road with Daniel Farke tasked with the challenge of achieving an instant bounce-back to the Premier League next season.

The Whites suffered relegation from the top-flight over a tight relegation scrap that saw Southampton and Leicester City drop into the Championship too, so for the three teams – who had all become established Premier League clubs in their own right – it will likely be a tough fight for the automatic promotion spots in the second tier.

In terms of recruitment, Leeds will need to get the ball rolling to make sure they can comfortably compete next season and, as it stands, the club have failed to confirm any incomings during a transformative summer so far.

Bolstering key positions on the pitch and being prepared for potential exits by some of their Premier League-proven talent will be essential in the West Yorkshire club's ability to dominate in Championship football.

One player who has now been linked with a move to the Whites is Liverpool centre-back Nathaniel Phillips, who despite limited game-time at Anfield – where he featured just five times last term – has shown glimpses of his ability to dominate and trouble opponents on many occasions both for Liverpool and in the second tier with Bournemouth.

The Athletic's Leeds reporter Phil Hay claimed this week that Leeds hold an interest in the defender who will cost £10m to sign this summer and revealed that he is a player that Farke has been interested in the past during his time at Norwich City.

Will Leeds sign Nathaniel Phillips this summer?

There is no doubt that improvements need to be made at Elland Road this summer following a real struggle to compete in the Premier League last season and one of the most important areas to repair is the defensive presence in the squad.

No other team in the entire top-flight conceded more goals than Leeds last season (78) despite the side scoring the second-highest amount of goals in the bottom half of the table (48), which is a testament to the troubles their defensive players found themselves in during the fight against relegation.

As a result, the signing of Phillips could be a great opportunity to strengthen and improve the back-line this summer and with the exit of Robin Koch confirmed would be a welcomed new addition.

Whilst Phillips' sporadic appearances at Liverpool make it hard to measure his impact in the Premier League, his six-month loan spell at Bournemouth in their Championship-winning season gives a glimpse of what Leeds can expect from his huge presence in his centre-back role.

Over 17 appearances during the second half of the 2021/22 campaign, the 26-year-old tallied up an 82% pass completion rate, kept eight clean sheets and successfully completed 50% of his dribbles, as well as averaging 4.1 clearances, 1.5 interceptions, 76.1 touches and 5.9 duels won per game, proving that he is a dominant and solid defender when given consistent game-time.

Not only that, the Bolton-born titan has earned high praise from Jurgen Klopp, with the Liverpool manager full of compliments for his out-of-favour centre-back after his display against West Ham United a few seasons ago, stating:

"In the air, he's a monster! He was incredible."

With that being said, it would be a great piece of business for Leeds if they could secure the services of Phillips and with consistent minutes at Elland Road could play a vital role in improving the defensive performances next season.

Everyone at Tottenham Hotspur has been left "very impressed" by new manager Ange Postecoglou as he undertakes his first pre-season at the club, according to Alasdair Gold.

What impression has Postecoglou made at Spurs?

Arriving at a club rife with disharmony and frustration can be a difficult task for any manager.

However, this is the challenge that has faced Postecoglou at Tottenham following his arrival from Celtic as he aims to put right the wrongs of the coaches that preceded him.

Last season was arguably a new low in terms of cohesion and optimism for the Lilywhites with Antonio Conte's turgid football draining the life out of players and supporters alike.

An eighth-placed Premier League finish does not quite capture the level of discontent surrounding the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with match-going fans wondering what on earth they had done to deserve such punishment.

Postecoglou's arrival has brought new hope, however, and not just by virtue of him not being Conte or Jose Mourinho.

The Australian won a domestic treble at Celtic last season and has transformed every club he has been at. Now, he has to do the same at Spurs, which promises to be the 57-year-old's sternest challenge yet.

He has got off to a great start though despite a ball not having been kicked, with journalist Gold suggesting that everyone at Tottenham is already enamored with the coach.

Speaking on the Gold and Guest Talk Tottenham podcast, he stated: "I spoke to a very, very wide spectrum of people, or people involved with people involved. And, do you know what, this is probably the first time that I can genuinely say, certainly for a long time, that everyone was very, very impressed.

"It's been a blanket, 100%, yeah this guy is good kind of thing. Real excitement around a lot of the players as well. He's just made a really kind of quick, positive impression on people, especially the players. A lot of the players are very enamored with what he's been doing, with the way he does things."

He continued: "Postecoglou is a very strong communicator. The players, whether they're young or old, very quickly understand what he wants from them is the best way to put it. He's a very clear speaker."

Such a strong first impression can only be positive news for Tottenham's hopes of challenging for Champions League football next season following a disappointing campaign.

Postecoglou will need to get his new players in tip-top shape during pre-season, while also bedding in some of his new signings such as James Maddison and Guglielmo Vicario.

Tottenham currently have four friendlies scheduled with the Lilywhites facing West Ham, Leicester City, Roma and Shakhtar Donetsk before the league opener away at Brentford on August 13th.

What kind of manager is Postecoglou?

Becoming the first Australian to manage in the Premier League, all eyes will be on Postecoglou.

Having began his career in his homeland, Postecoglou certainly doesn't share Tottenham's trophy woes. He won four top-tier Australian titles, two with South Melbourne and two with Brisbane Roar.

He had great success coaching Australia's youth team before later taking the senior team's hot seat and winning the Asian Cup in 2015. Moving to Yokohama Marinos in 2018, Postecoglou won the J-League title before moving onto Celtic and claiming seven trophies in a little over two years.

Usually favouring a 4-3-3 formation, the Australian is an offensive-minded coach, relying on hard work and counter-pressing to help smother opponents. Playing this way in the Premier League will prove a unique challenge for Postecoglou, but he certainly has an abundance of talent to choose from at Spurs.

One of his key attributes at Celtic was his knowledge of the Asian market, brining in a number of players from the continent and quickly developing them into stars. Postecoglou's ability to improve players quickly makes him a desirable asset for chairman Daniel Levy.

Liverpool are set to face competition for top target Romeo Lavia from Premier League sides Chelsea and Arsenal, according to Fabrizio Romano

Is Romeo Lavia a CDM?

Lavia is a defensive midfielder, and was one of the Premier League's best in the position last season.

The 19-year-old midfielder made 29 league appearances for Southampton last season and scored one goal. The midfielder enjoyed a very positive first campaign in senior football and received praise from treble-winning former coach Pep Guardiola, who said:

"I am really impressed with what Romeo has done and is doing, we had, and we have, an incredible opinion about him. We thought to keep him, but maybe he would not (get) enough minutes like he has in Southampton."

The midfielder often partnered with captain James Ward-Prowse in the midfield and was the more defensive option for the south coast side who suffered relegation from the top flight. The fully capped international averaged 2.43 tackles per 90, which puts him in the top 30% of all midfielders across Europe's top five leagues, whilst his 7.8 ball recoveries per 90 rank him amongst the top 15 players in the division.

Praised and lauded for his overall quality, The Athletic journalist Jacob Tanswell described his unique quality best, stating in his Southampton Player of the Year article that: "If Romeo Lavia walked under a bucket of water, he would emerge without a splash on his clothes."

Following the Saints relegation, reports emerged that a number of top Premier League sides were interested in bringing the former Manchester City youth product in this window, with Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea being the three most interested clubs.

Speaking on his YouTube Channel, Romano revealed the state of play regarding Lavia for all three clubs:

"Romeo Lavia is top of the list [for Liverpool], so they want Romeo Lavia, but I’m told that Chelsea is also there so let’s see what’s going to happen with Romeo Lavia. Also, because we know that in case Arsenal sell Thomas Partey to Saudi clubs, this could be a possibility for Arsenal"

Which club should Romeo Lavia join?

Liverpool should really be pushing to secure this Romeo Lavia deal.

Both Jordan Henderson and Fabinho are the subjects of major interest from Saudi Arabian clubs, with the Brazilian having not traveled to the squads training camp in Germany, so he can focus on completing the move. Henderson meanwhile has travelled, but talks between Al-Ettifaq and Liverpool remain ongoing

Should the move to Merseyside materialise for Lavia, there is a real chance that he could be a regular starter, with the only other recognized defensive midfielder at the club being Stefan Bajcetic.

Questions might be asked about if the 19-year-old is ready for the jump up from Southampton to a club the size of Liverpool, but statistically, he compares incredibly well to Brighton's Moises Caicedo, who is a player valued at double the Saints asking price of £50m. Lavia is also a full Belgian international and was a player who was personally identified by Guardiola himself in 2019, all characteristics that suggest the player can not only survive under the pressure but thrive due to it.

The issue that is currently stopping the move is the gap in valuation, with reports stating that the Reds believe the midfielder is "massively overpriced" at his current valuation of £50m, however, it remains to be seen if the Saints are willing to drop their asking price down due to the situation in the summer of 2024, when Man City's buy-back option can be exercised. Furthermore, when the midfielder completed the move to the South Coast, a sell-on clause of 20% was included in the deal, which may also be a factor in the higher asking price

Should Fabinho and Henderson depart Merseyside this summer however, Liverpool should really consider just paying the fee required to bring in Lavia, as he has all the tools to be a real success on Merseyside

Liverpool are "still in contact" with Southampton over a summer move to Anfield, according to a fresh update regarding his potential arrival at the club.

Do Liverpool want to sign Romeo Lavia?

The 19-year-old enjoyed something of a breakthrough season for Saints last time around, even though they ended up suffering relegation from the Premier League to the Championship. He was a rare shining light for the south coast club throughout the campaign, doing his best to put out fires in his defensive midfield role and averaging 2.1 tackles per game across 29 league appearances.

Lavia is widely expected to leave Southampton before the 2023/24 season gets started, with the young Belgian understandably not wanting to be languishing in the second tier of England football for at least the next 12 months.

Liverpool have been constantly linked with a move for the teenager, seeing him as an ideal midfield option to come in and join Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai as new signings. With Fabinho and Jordan Henderson both seemingly on the verge of leaving the club and moving to Saudi Arabia, there is only an even greater need for reinforcements in the middle of the park.

A new update has now emerged over the Reds' pursuit of Lavia, and following a quiet spell regarding the saga recently, it looks as though their interest has returned.

What's the latest on Romeo Lavia to Liverpool?

According to Football Insider, Liverpool are "still in contact" with the Saints youngster over a summer move to Anfield, holding "new talks", and are hoping to sign him by "the end of the month".

There is still interest from Arsenal and Chelsea, however, so the Reds will have to work hard to get their man, especially as the former can promise him Champions League football in 2023/24.

Lavia really does look like exceptional young footballer – one who has been described as "incredible" by none other than Pep Guardiola – so the idea of him in a Liverpool shirt is undoubtedly exciting. Granted, he won't arrive on the cheap, but given his long-term potential, he could be worth every penny as the years pass.

At just 19, it is important to remember that the Belgium international is still a maturing footballer, though, so asking him to come in and be the Reds' new regular No.6 could be a bit much so early in his career, given the step up in quality and the fact that every second of his time on the pitch will be analysed far more at Anfield than St Mary's.

For that reason, Liverpool need to be bringing in Lavia as a squad player to begin with, in order to not put too much pressure on him and expect miracles from the off, with an older midfielder also arriving to add further midfield depth, whether it be Khephren Thuram, Manu Kone, Cheuick Doucoure or someone else.

This is an encouraging update, however, and Lavia is someone who could end up being the heartbeat of the Reds' midfield for a long time, should he arrive this summer, blossoming into the perfect Fabinho successor.