Brighton midfielder Diego Gomez has emerged as one of the Premier League's most talked-about performers this season, and the latest reporting on his future does not include Liverpool among his suitors.
According to Hooligan Soccer, Manchester United are the 'sole serious and determined candidate' to sign the 23-year-old Paraguayan in January, with Arsenal and Atletico Madrid also said to be monitoring him.
Gomez has been central to Fabian Hurzeler's Brighton side this campaign, with his form including a goal from inside his own half against Crystal Palace drawing particular attention.
A fee of around €50-60 million, roughly £40-50 million, would reportedly be enough to secure his signature in the January window.
Liverpool's Season Under Iraola
The report comes as Liverpool continue to adjust under new manager Andoni Iraola, with Jeremy Jacquet drawing praise for his performances in defence this season. Alexander Isak, signed for £125 million, is also said to be looking closer to his best form, while Bradley Barcola is said to be settling into Iraola's system.
Despite those encouraging signs, the piece argues that Liverpool's squad still lacks balance and will likely need further signings for Iraola to fully implement his approach, with Gomez's absence from their list of transfer targets described as a mistake given his profile and the reported asking price.
