Liverpool are once again diving into the Spanish market — this time with their sights set on Athletic Club’s rising star, Mikel Jauregizar.
According to Fichajes, the 21-year-old midfielder has emerged as a serious target for the Reds ahead of the summer window. Arne Slot is reportedly an admirer of Jauregizar’s combative style and sees him as a potential fit for his evolving project at Anfield.
The Merseyside club have faced repeated setbacks in their quest for a top-tier defensive midfielder. After missing out on Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia last summer and settling for Wataru Endo, Liverpool are still hunting for the long-term solution in the No.6 role.
They had once been linked to Aurelien Tchouameni and came tantalisingly close to securing Martin Zubimendi, only for the Spaniard to remain loyal to Real Sociedad — and now, he’s off to Arsenal.
That setback has turned Liverpool’s attention to another Basque talent. Jauregizar, who has featured 30 times this season for Athletic Club, has impressed with his maturity, tenacity, and tactical intelligence. Manchester City briefly considered him in January, but opted for Nico Gonzalez instead.
With just two years left on his contract, Athletic Club are eager to extend his deal. However, Liverpool could swoop in before that happens — a bold move that could reshape their midfield dynamic heading into the new campaign.
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