Liverpool FC Forum

My point Kazza is where are those teams now that there is a pricetag of €130 million on his head?  Apparently, he prefers LIVERPOOL to PSG which sounds like agents speak for getting a crazy price for his player. Have PSG even put in a bid ? I take your point that Isaac and Wirtz were bought on the basis, that they are quality players. Hopefully we will see a lot more from them next season however so far due to injuries and acclimatising themselves to the premiership we certainly haven’t seen them at their best. I would be amazed if this kid came in and set the world on fire in his first season. The premiership is probably the toughest league in the world and the Bundesliga simply does not compare.

devaney » Wed Jun 24, 2026 7:30 am wrote:My point Kazza is where are those teams now that there is a pricetag of €130 million on his head?  Apparently, he prefers LIVERPOOL to PSG which sounds like agents speak for getting a crazy price for his player. Have PSG even put in a bid ? I take your point that Isaac and Wirtz were bought on the basis, that they are quality players. Hopefully we will see a lot more from them next season however so far due to injuries and acclimatising themselves to the premiership we certainly haven’t seen them at their best. I would be amazed if this kid came in and set the world on fire in his first season. The premiership is probably the toughest league in the world and the Bundesliga simply does not compare.

Since it’s not my money it’s easy for me to say buy at any price, I just want a young bunch of talented players. In terms of him taking a while to settle I’d say he looks strong, fast and direct and I think his game will be suited to the PL especially as a wide player. If he does take a season to find his feet, which I don’t think he will, I’d be forgiving since he’s only 19. Bottom line I’d rather go for players chased by Real Madrid, City, BM and PSG than players chased by Newcastle, ManUre, Spurs etc. I’m sure if I was writing the cheques I’d second guess the price but for years we talked about net spend and how little we spend, surely we have the cushion.

Having said all that I think we need to solidify the defense as I think next season it will be our Achilles heel

kazza » Wed Jun 24, 2026 9:48 am wrote:

devaney » Wed Jun 24, 2026 7:30 am wrote:My point Kazza is where are those teams now that there is a pricetag of €130 million on his head?  Apparently, he prefers LIVERPOOL to PSG which sounds like agents speak for getting a crazy price for his player. Have PSG even put in a bid ? I take your point that Isaac and Wirtz were bought on the basis, that they are quality players. Hopefully we will see a lot more from them next season however so far due to injuries and acclimatising themselves to the premiership we certainly haven’t seen them at their best. I would be amazed if this kid came in and set the world on fire in his first season. The premiership is probably the toughest league in the world and the Bundesliga simply does not compare.

Since it’s not my money it’s easy for me to say buy at any price, I just want a young bunch of talented players. In terms of him taking a while to settle I’d say he looks strong, fast and direct and I think his game will be suited to the PL especially as a wide player. If he does take a season to find his feet, which I don’t think he will, I’d be forgiving since he’s only 19. Bottom line I’d rather go for players chased by Real Madrid, City, BM and PSG than players chased by Newcastle, ManUre, Spurs etc. I’m sure if I was writing the cheques I’d second guess the price but for years we talked about net spend and how little we spend, surely we have the cushion.

Having said all that I think we need to solidify the defense as I think next season it will be our Achilles heel

I’ve just read that PSG within the last 24 hours have stated that they no longer have an interest in Diomande due to the escalating price - quelle surprise !! No wonder it has been suggested that his preferred choice is LIVERPOOL rather than PSG .It’s all very well other major clubs showing an interest but it only really means anything if they are prepared to make meaningful bids. Let’s face it agents are parasites and they will do everything possible to increase the transfer fee by throwing in major names such as Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Manchester City, and PSG. €20 million to €130 million due to one decent season in the Bundesliga seems extreme. I certainly wouldn’t sign the cheque.

I totally agree, and I’ve stated it myself on a number of occasions that we didn’t do enough in the transfer market both when we won the league and the Champions League. However, I have also stated that throwing shed loads of money at the transfer market does not necessarily win you anything. Just look at what Manchester United and Chelsea have achieved over the last decade.

Both LFC and PSG are sponsored by Nike. Both Nike and Adidas have big says in who 'their' teams buy etc.. so this may have been settled behind closed doors. I've always suspected the top 6 in the EPL negotiate off line to allow a chosen team direct access to keep the fees within reason. Except with Isak obviously...

Its looking like we are favourites to sign him anyway. Its a lot of money for potential and it will put a lot of pressure on him to deliver. I dont care about the money either, just happy to see us address a position we need to. Personally I would have went fir that Somerville lad and a new DM.

Bouaddi looks good as well. Been impressed with him but he's another that will cost 100mil.

We are interested in alot of young talent. I've seen enough of Diomande to know hes going to be a massive hit here.. that Munoz kid looks quick and agile aswell. We are looking at that 19 year old Moroccan midfielder from Lille and also Kees Smit who looks a very talented player.