Report: Slot urges Liverpool to sign £30m centre-back who previously impressed him at Anfield
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has reportedly urged the club to sign Napoli centre-back Sam Beukema for £30 million, a player he previously praised after facing him at Anfield. Beukema, who played for Bologna in that match, has since moved to Napoli and remains highly regarded by Slot. The Dutch defender is under contract until 2030, and Napoli are not eager to sell. While Beukema shows strong ball-playing ability, his defensive metrics lag behind peers in Serie A.
- ▪Arne Slot has recommended Liverpool sign Napoli defender Sam Beukema, who impressed him during a Champions League match at Anfield in 2024.
- ▪Beukema, a 27-year-old Dutch centre-back, joined Napoli from Bologna and is under contract until 2030.
- ▪Napoli value Beukema at a minimum of £30 million and are not under pressure to sell him.
- ▪Despite his technical skills on the ball, Beukema ranks below average among Serie A defenders in tackles, interceptions, and clearances.
- ▪Liverpool may prioritize renewing Ibrahima Konate’s contract before pursuing new defensive signings.
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