Liverpool are reportedly on the verge of signing Juventus midfielder Arthur Melo on loan, who has been linked with Arsenal this summer and was close to joining the Gunners in January.
According to Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, the Brazilian midfielder is set to have a medical with the Reds today ahead of a loan move to the Anfield side, with Jurgen Klopp intent on bulking out the position ahead of tonight’s deadline.
Signed from FC Barcelona for a reported £66m in 2020, Juventus have been looking to offload Arthur for most of the year, with Arsenal reportedly interested in signing the midfielder alongside Everton, however, it is now Liverpool who will bring the South American maestro to the Premier League.
With multiple central midfielders out injured, signing cover in Arthur is a good move from Liverpool, who currently have the likes of Thiago Alcantara and Naby Keita out on the treatment table, and bringing in the Juventus star on loan, in particular, is smart business this deadline day.
Liverpool signing Arthur on loan will help will with midfield problems
Liverpool’s midfield problems have been well-documented this season, yet on the final day of the window, the Reds now look set to solve this key issue with the signing of Arthur, who looks set to sign on loan and relieve some of the pressure Klopp’s side are feeling at the moment.
Indeed, Arthur has been a regular for Juventus over the past two years, and with experience playing in the UEFA Champions League as well as the Brazilian national team, Liverpool are signing a solid midfielder to provide cover for the season in what could be a shrewd deal for the Merseyside giants.
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