Reports from Italy suggest that Liverpool’s midfielder Thiago Alcantara could be a target for Serie A clubs, Inter Milan and Juventus, in the upcoming year. Thiago, at 32 years old, is a sought-after signing due to the fact that his contract with Liverpool is set to expire at the end of the current season, potentially allowing him to be acquired for no transfer fee.
Both Inter Milan and Juventus have recognized Thiago’s technical prowess, and the prospect of securing his services without a transfer fee is undoubtedly appealing. However, a January transfer seems unlikely as Thiago has been sidelined for over six months, and Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool’s manager, doesn’t expect him to return until the New Year. Klopp’s reluctance to sell Thiago is also influenced by the qualities the player brings when fully fit.
Thiago is highly regarded within Liverpool, despite his injury struggles. Jamie Carragher even lauded him as “possibly one of the best players in the Premier League” after a standout performance against Villarreal in the 2022 Champions League semi-finals.
While it appears probable that Thiago will part ways with Liverpool in 2024, the club’s decision-makers may weigh his injury history and his substantial weekly salary of £200,000, which stands as the third-highest at Liverpool, when determining their next steps.
Thiago’s fans are eager to witness more of his skills before his departure, and his on-field accomplishments could further entice other teams to join Inter and Juventus in the pursuit of what might be one of the most astute free transfer acquisitions of the upcoming season.
Liverpool’s assistant manager, Pep Lijnders, expressed how much Thiago is missed, stating, “We miss Thiago. I miss him a lot. Can you imagine our midfield, our new players, and then Thiago Alcantara in the middle as well, guiding everyone? We hope to get him back soon.”
