Liverpool Eye Kees Smit, Spurs Lead Race for Arthur Dias and Balogun Set for January Exit
- Liverpool are monitoring AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit, while Tottenham Hotspur have emerged as the frontrunners to sign Athletico Paranaense defender Arthur Dias, according to recent sporting reports.
- Liverpool watched 20-year-old Netherlands midfielder Kees Smit when AZ Alkmaar faced Sunderland in the Europa League during the week, according to reporting from Teamtalk.
- Tottenham are leading the race to sign 19-year-old Brazil defender Arthur Dias from Athletico Paranaense, as reported by Teamtalk.
Liverpool are monitoring AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit, while Tottenham Hotspur have emerged as the frontrunners to sign Athletico Paranaense defender Arthur Dias, according to recent sporting reports. The evolving transfer picture involves several high-profile European clubs tracking young talents across the continent ahead of the winter window.
Kees Smit Draws Premier League Attention
Liverpool watched 20-year-old Netherlands midfielder Kees Smit when AZ Alkmaar faced Sunderland in the Europa League during the week, according to reporting from Teamtalk. Smit carries a valuation of £51.5m. Alongside Liverpool, several other Premier League sides are keeping close tabs on the midfielder. Chelsea, Tottenham, Nottingham Forest, and Aston Villa are all monitoring Smit’s progress following his performances in European competition.
Tottenham Lead Race for Arthur Dias
Tottenham are leading the race to sign 19-year-old Brazil defender Arthur Dias from Athletico Paranaense, as reported by Teamtalk. Dias is currently valued at 30 million euros.
Monaco Prepares for Folarin Balogun Exit
Monaco have confirmed plans to sell United States striker Folarin Balogun in January, according to the Evening Standard. The anticipated move comes after the 25-year-old changed his mind over a potential transfer to Everton on deadline day. Monaco have also admitted that a deal for 22-year-old midfielder Lamine Camara could be possible in the winter window. Liverpool and Chelsea hold an active interest in the Senegal international.
Additional Premier League Scouting Watch
Manchester United are monitoring the performances of 24-year-old Everton and England defender Jarrad Branthwaite, according to Football Insider. Meanwhile, AS reports that several European clubs are monitoring English 20-year-old defender Josh Acheampong’s current situation at Chelsea as the winter transfer window approaches.