Diogo Jota, a standout for Liverpool, has given high marks to a Reds target in advance of the summer transfer season.
The Arne Slot era has arrived at Anfield, and it is anticipated that the new Liverpool manager will make a few acquisitions to aid in the accomplishment of his first-season objectives.
This summer, Liverpool is anticipated to make a transfer target list that includes a new midfield player, and Jota seems to have a strong affection for one of those players.
Diogo Jota renders a decision regarding Liverpool’s target João Neves
This summer, Liverpool needs to add a new midfield player, ideally a number six.
Throughout the 2023–24 season, Alexis Mac Allister was frequently used by the Reds in a deeper role. More often than not, he played as a defensive midfielder instead of his natural position of number eight.
The Argentine, whom Jota dubbed the Premier League’s best player, performed admirably in that role, but Liverpool must play him more forward to maximise his potential.
They must thus get a top-tier defensive midfield player this summer, and rumours have it that Liverpool is pressing to sign Joao Neves of Benfica.
One of the best players in the world of football is the teenager. He is a defensive midfielder with all the qualities you could ask for, and it is just a matter of time until he joins a larger team.
Jota also seems to believe that his future is bright.
The Liverpool forward mentioned Neves in a video on Goal when asked to select one young player that everyone should keep an eye out for.
“Neves, Joao. He had the traits and outlook to succeed greatly, Jota remarked.
Neves will be extremely expensive, but there is good news: many of the world’s best clubs are interested in signing him.
The 19-year-old midfield player is reportedly admired by Manchester United in addition to Arsenal, who has been strongly connected to a deal to buy him.
Despite Neves’ release clause protecting him for €120 million, or around £102 million, Benfica is desperate to hang onto him (ESPN).
To retain onto Neves, the Portuguese powerhouses have even extended an offer for a new deal.
Nevertheless, it appears like Neves has turned down that offer, which is good news for Liverpool and all the other teams who were hoping to recruit him.