Liverpool prepare bid for Takefusa Kubo

Liverpool are reportedly interested in signing 23-year-old Japanese international winger Takefusa Kubo from Spanish club Real Sociedad.

Takefusa Kubo has been impressive in La Liga with Real Sociedad, and his performances have attracted the attention of Liverpool. According to a report from Japanese outlet Sponichi, the Reds are now preparing a concrete offer to sign the player.

The Premier League giants could reportedly offer around €65 million for the winger. The Japan international is versatile enough to operate on either flank, and could slot into the central attacking midfield role as well. Kubo will add goals and creativity to Liverpool’s attack and should prove to be a quality long-term acquisition.

The former Real Madrid player is highly rated across Europe and has a bright future ahead of him. He could be the ideal long-term replacement for Mohamed Salah, who is expected to leave the club next summer. The Egyptian international is in the final year of his contract and has yet to sign an extension with Liverpool.

If Salah is to move on next summer, Liverpool will need to bring in a quality replacement, bringing Takefusa Kubo into the equation. Signing Kubo this summer could be a wise decision. The 23-year-old could fill the void left by the Egyptian international next season. It remains to be seen whether Liverpool can secure a deal with the Spanish side.

Kubo would be a long term addition

€65 million is a substantial sum of money for the talented young Japanese winger. But he has the attributes to justify the investment in the coming seasons. The Real Sociedad winger has also been linked with other clubs, and it is not yet known where he will end up. The opportunity to join Liverpool will be very appealing to him, and he will be looking to test himself at the highest level.

It would be a huge step forward in Kubo’s career and regular Premier League football could accelerate his development. Meanwhile, Liverpool are hoping to win the league next season, and they need to bring in top-class players to compete with Arsenal and Manchester City.