31 May 2023 05:18:00
Ed’s 002
Could we have an updated defensive targets analysis from you please?
I know you did one around March but can’t find anything since on the search.

{Ed002's Note - Perr Schuurs (CB) Only signed from Ajax last summer and an enquiry from Spurs was met with a not for sale - but a €50m offer would make them listen. I doubt any club would value him at half that but Newcastle, Manchester United, and ten Hag knows him well, and Liverpool have sent scouts. A move seems unlikely this summer.
Antonio Silva (CB) Benfica say that "many scouts" have been to watch the player - perhaps they are looking for someone to pay his €100M buy out clause - a move at that price seems unlikely but PSG are keen. Juventus and Napoli would want a reduction in the asking price to make any move viable. Looked at by Spurs and Manchester United. For Liverpool perhaps a Konate replacement rather than a Matip replacement - so very, very unlikely.
Evan Ndicka (CB) Moving elsewhere.
Goncalo Inacio (CB) Watched by scouts from a number of PL sides, including Liverpool and Manchester United, with the latter declaring an interest. The other side to declare an interest is PSG. Real Madrid offer a wildcard option. Sporting would rather not sell and are looking to a new contract and an increased release clause. Sporting may not wish to do business with Liverpool.
Josko Gvardiol (CB) Not happening - talks continue with other clubs.
Max Kilman (CB) Agent has told several clubs, including Manchester City, Leeds and Liverpool that he could be made available by Wolves - but I am sure they are not looking to sell.
Duje Caleta-Car (CB) Will look to move on after relegation. Prior interest of Liverpool and West Ham could potentially still be there.
Micky van de Ven (CB) Dortmund and Arsenal have spoken with Wolfsburg and been told he will be agreeing a new contract. It is not on the TMS yet but I understand it has happened. Liverpool and Manchester City were at a game against Dortmund in November - I had assumed to watch JB but van der Ven scored that day. Team Mino have now agreed a new deal so a sale this summer seems unlikely.
Jurrien Timber (CB) Manchester United and Spurs remain keen - price will be significant if Ajax agree to sell and he will not be first choice for either club. As a wildcard option, Liverpool could look to him after losing out on their preferred choice, but he would likely not be a starter ahead of Konate and van Djik which may make it difficult.}

1.) 31 May 2023
31 May 2023 14:59:05
Ed02, who were LFC's preferred choice, if I may ask?

{Ed002's Note - They wanted Gvardiol.}

2.) 31 May 2023
31 May 2023 15:16:53
Thought so, Ed02. Thanks.

3.) 31 May 2023
31 May 2023 15:33:32
Was it cost why they are out of discussions?

{Ed002's Note - No, Liverpool asked about availability but never declared an interest with his club and never entered discussions.}

4.) 31 May 2023
31 May 2023 15:48:53
Too expensive I guess Ed?

5.) 31 May 2023
31 May 2023 16:00:18
We are his first choice but we don’t have the funds needed for all that is required.

{Ed002's Note - Liverpool were never given a price - they never entered discussions. Another side is working on trying to sign him next summer by agreeing the move now, and another is looking to a signifificant offer this summer. You need to move on.}

6.) 31 May 2023
31 May 2023 16:17:44
Ed02, you're very firm on Liverpool and Gvardiol not ever happening. Did Liverpool declare they're out due to price? I believe you when you say they're out, just curious if there is any more context to why they're out.

{Ed002's Note - Liverpool were never in discussions with his club. All they did was asked after availability.}

7.) 31 May 2023
31 May 2023 21:39:52
Thanks, Ed! Makes sense this never turned into anything besides a simple inquiry. Liverpool need to work on players actually available this summer.

8.) 01 Jun 2023
01 Jun 2023 11:49:48
We have issues elsewhere where we need to allocate our resources. Gvardiol will cost a ton so only normal, we moved on. Maybe others should move on as well rather than finding ways to slate the club for not doing what they wanted.