Michael Owen has told Liverpool to sign Arsenal transfer target Declan Rice during the summer transfer window if they can’t get Jude Bellingham through their doors.
The former Liverpool striker thinks the Reds should do ‘everything they can’ to get Jude Bellingham, but he understands if it’s not a realistic option because of their current situation.
As a result, he threw the name of Declan Rice in the ring, with the West Ham United captain expected to leave the London Stadium in the summer.
Of the two, Rice is a more defensive-minded player and someone who would play the six role for Jurgen Klopp, if he moved to Anfield.
Whereas Bellingham could be that box-to-box number eight the fans crave, Real Madrid might be his next destination instead.
Nonetheless, Owen was pretty clear in what he wants Liverpool to do during the summer transfer window, as he told Premier League Productions (01/05/23 at 11:20 pm).
“Do everything you can to get Jude Bellingham,” said Owen. “Everything you can. It might not be (realistic). But whatever you do, go and get the best.
“Go and get the next best (if Bellingham signs for Real Madrid). Go and get Declan Rice.”
COULD RICE BE ARSENAL-BOUND?
There is a strong possibility that Bellingham won’t be the only player Liverpool miss out on because of their financial situation and no Champions League football for next season.
Rice could also end up joining another club, with the England international keen on joining Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal, with Pep Guardiola describing the midfielder as ‘exceptional’.
The Gunners might miss out on the Premier League title, but they will make a return to the Champions League next season, as they will be joined by Manchester City, Newcastle United and Manchester United.
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