Liverpool have made no significant strides in this summer transfer window as they are still waiting to announce their first signing.
The Reds were set to acquire Martin Zubimendi, but the deal didn’t go through at the last minute as the Real Sociedad player opted to stay back. Despite the transfer blow, the club is still eager to bring in more players.
They want to add more firepower to the left-back position despite being able to call upon Andy Robertson and Kostas Tsimikas.
Robertson remains Liverpool’s first-choice left-back; however, the club is proactively planning to identify and recruit a long-term successor.
According to GivemeSport, Liverpool have expressed their interest in signing Adrien Truffert. However, they will compete with Manchester United, Nottingham Forest, and Wolverhampton Wanderers, who are also interested in signing the 22-year-old. There are also reports of Paris Saint Germain keeping a close eye on the player.
Adrien Truffert is a robust, well-positioned left-back with strong attacking and defensive posture. The 22-year-old has great control over the ball and can deliver excellent crosses. His positioning is his greatest strength, as he is good at winning the ball back when the opposite team starts their offensive plays.
Truffet established a place for himself at the start of eleven after graduating from the Rennes Academy.
The Belgian-born defender has made 156 competitive appearances for Rennes, contributing six goals and 21 assists.
Truffet was part of Thierry Henry’s France squad at the 2024 Olympics, starting five of the six matches to help his country become silver medalists. The 22-year-old could start against Lyon after successfully returning following his Olympic exploits.
The defender has a contract with Rennes until 2026, and so far, the club has rejected any approach for the player. Hence, all eyes will be on the Premier League clubs, who will have to fight hard to secure his services.
Liverpool has had a flying start to the new Premier League season. They grabbed a win against newly promoted Ipswich Town. Goals from Mohammad Salah and Diogo Jota were enough to secure the Reds three points.
