Southampton : Liverpool reportedly agrees to a £60m deal for signing a Saints player

In a significant development, Liverpool has reportedly reached an agreement with Southampton to sign their Belgian prodigy, Romeo Lavia, in a deal worth £60 million. This comes after several unsuccessful bids from the Reds.

The Merseyside club’s interest in securing Lavia’s services has been consistent throughout the summer transfer window. The latest reports suggest that they are now on course to finalize this high-profile signing before the deadline.

However, Chelsea is also eyeing the young talent and could potentially outbid Liverpool. The Blues have previously thwarted Liverpool’s attempt to acquire Moises Caicedo from Brighton by offering a whopping £115 million.

Lavia’s impressive performance during his debut season in the Premier League caught attention of multiple clubs including Chelsea. If Chelsea manages to secure him, it would not only impact Liverpool’s midfield revamp plans but also dent their reputation in the market.

According to sources, Southampton had initially set a price tag of around £50 million for one of their most valuable players as they aim for a quick return to top-tier football. However, recent reports indicate that they have accepted an offer exceeding their asking price by £10 million.