Jurgen Klopp has some new problems ahead of the summer transfer window as top European clubs are yet again circling around for their prized asset, Philippe Coutinho. The Brazilian playmaker has been superb this season for the Reds and is one of the most important players in the squad at the moment. He was linked with a move to Barcelona in the January transfer window but Liverpool got him to sign a new deal that could keep him at the club for a longer time.
However, that does not seem to be working as reports suggest that Catalan giants Barcelona have opened talks with the player and his representatives over a move this summer. Coutinho is settled and may not be up for sale but according to Spanish news outfit Don Balon, Klopp is already eyeing his replacements.
Real Madrid playmaker Isco is currently one of the most productive players in Europe and the Liverpool manager seems to be convinced that he could be a perfect replacement for the Brazilian if he quits Anfield at the end of the season.
With 10 goals and 7 assists to his name in all competitions this season, Isco has played a huge role in taking Real Madrid closer to the top of the La Liga points table, and also their 12th Champions League trophy. Nimble feet with exceptionally gifted technique – Isco is one of the best dribblers in the world at the moment and is a player who is hard to mark.
He has all the skills in the book and is almost impossible to contain in one on one situations. Playing in the middle of the park, he more often than not runs the game for his side. He is ready to do the dirty work when needed but is a constant presence in the opposition box for his side, making him a valuable player at both ends of the field.
He is versatile and is still only 25. He will surely grow on to become one of the best in the world and snapping him up could mean tremendous success for Liverpool. Champions League qualification is a compulsion to even think about opening talks with the player but Isco could help Liverpool get back to their previous best.
Coutinho’s boots will not be easy to fill but Isco offers a different dimension in attack and if Klopp can spend wisely on his attacking options, he may, to a certain extent, be able to replace the magic of Philippe Coutinho with the Real Madrid wantaway this summer.
Do you think Isco can replace the 24-year old Brazilian star at Anfield?