Liverpool in talks with US star to become first signing post-Jurgen Klopp: report

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Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is leaving, ushering in a bold new era at Anfield

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp celebrates after the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Luton Town at Anfield on February 21, 2024 in Liverpool, England.
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Liverpool are in discussions to bring a United States international to Anfield as the first signing after Jurgen Klopp leaves the club.

The Reds are bracing themselves for a new era, with the iconic German set to step aside at the conclusion of the current season. While a new manager still hasn't been confirmed, former sporting director Michael Edwards is back working with Liverpool owners FSG, heading up the shape of the club – and potential satellite sides – going forward.

The Merseysiders are in a good place with a young squad and won't need too much restructuring this summer – but one possible position has opened up, with the crosshairs firmly locked on a £35 million star. 

Michael Edwards, Jurgen Klopp and Mike Gordon, Liverpool, December 2019

Michael Edwards (left) is back at Anfield (Image credit: Getty Images)

ASRomaLive via TEAMtalk claims that Fulham star Antonee Robinson's representatives have been contacted by both Liverpool and Manchester City, who are looking at bringing the left-back to the northwest. 

While the source may seem a little far-fetched for a transfer between Premier League sides, it's alleged that Roma star Leonardo Spinazzola is being looked at by the west Londoners as the replacement for Robinson at left-back. 

Antonee Robinson

Antonee Robinson is linked with a move to Anfield (Image credit: PA)

Liverpool have struggled at left-back this season, with Andy Robertson and his backup Kostas Tsimikas both suffering with injuries, leaving centre-back Joe Gomez covering the position.

Robinson is worth €20m, according to Transfermarkt. 

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