Liverpool should not pass up the opportunity to sign Jose Fonte.
Liverpool have made a habit of raiding Southampton over the past few years, with mixed success.
Nathaniel Clyne and Adam Lallana have proved to be quality additions, while Rickie Lambert was bounced out of Anfield within a year.
Sadio Mane has been a big success so far, while opinion remains split on Dejan Lovren, although the defender has improved after a terrible start.
Now they have an opportunity to buy from the Saints again, with star defender Jose Fonte available at a cut price fee.
Southampton’s Jose Fonte during training
The Guardian report that due to Fonte’s contract dispute, Southampton will allow him to leave this summer, providing they receive a £6 million bid.
Everton and Manchester United made offers for Fonte in the summer, The Guardian report, but Liverpool should not pass up the chance to buy ahead of their rivals.
Liverpool are in need of defensive reinforcements, having conceded more goals than any side in the top eight in the league.
They shipped four against Bournemouth in a weekend defeat, showing frailties that could derail their title bid.
Manchester City’s Wilfried Bony and Raheem Sterling in action with Southampton’s Jose Fonte
Buying in January is not easy, and it is even harder for a player to come straight into a side and adjust straight away.
For just £6 million, Liverpool would be getting a bargain, and a player who they could believe in come in and contribute straight away.
Fonte is familiar with the Premier League and despite being 32, he would be a sensible signing for Liverpool now, and have very little risk.
Jose Fonte celebrates after scoring the third goal for Southampton
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