Amrabat

2022 - 12 - 6

Post cover — Image courtesy of "Liverpool Echo"

Sofyan Amrabat could be perfect replacement for two Liverpool ... (Liverpool Echo)

Liverpool have been linked with Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat, who has been starring for Morocco at the 2022 World Cup.

[their mid-season training camp in Dubai](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-fixtures-dates-dubai-breaking-25517176), perhaps everyone was too busy to watch Morocco against Spain. They could easily have met at the World Cup on Tuesday, but [Spain manager Luis Enrique mystifyingly excluded](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/thiago-luis-enrique-world-cup-25496930) the Liverpool man from his squad. He was always offering a passing option to defenders when they were looking to play out and suffered the joint-most fouls of any player on his team, all from protecting the ball. An offside flag ensured the efforts would not have counted, but Amrabat’s defensive efforts were highlighted in the analysis on ITV in the UK, so important had he been. Among players with more than 90 minutes under their belts in 2022/23, Amrabat is top for both metrics on a pro-rata basis. He is currently ranked sixth in Serie A for progressive passes this season, and fourth for successful passes into the final third ( He almost gave a great example of this ability early in extra-time on Tuesday, but Walid Cheddira was just offside. He made a tremendous goal-preventing block in the first half, and one which appeared even more important in the final two minutes of normal time. Leaving aside whether they will move for Amrabat or not, is he the type of midfielder they need? Amrabat also shares two key skills with a current member of Liverpool have been linked with a midfielder who has been starring for one of the less fancied nations in Qatar. Morocco were not expected to top their group, as it contained Belgium and Croatia, yet that is exactly what they did.

Liverpool frontrunners for Sofyan Amrabat (FootballFanCast.com)

Liverpool are the frontrunners for World Cup star Sofyan Amrabat, who is enjoying a fantastic tournament with Morocco, who won their group.

[20](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/sofyan-amrabat/leistungsdaten/spieler/287579) appearances for Fiorentina this term, the [42-cap](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/sofyan-amrabat/nationalmannschaft/spieler/287579) international has been creeping into the conversation for the best ball-players in the game and now looks set to earn his move. [Sofascore](https://www.sofascore.com/player/sofyan-amrabat/359272), the deep-lying midfielder has recorded an 89% pass accuracy in Qatar, making two tackles per outing, as well as 1.7 clearances and interceptions. [Florian Plettenberg](https://twitter.com/Plettigoal/status/1598742125453217792) confirming the interest in a tweet, saying the ace would require a fee of more than £25.8m. [alleged proposal](http://sportwitness.co.uk/liverpool-contact-midfielders-agency-reds-can-offer-player-much-bigger-salary/) of £3m a year in wages trumping the current deal of €1.8m (£1.55m) at La Viola. [Liverpool](https://www.footballfancast.com/liverpool-fc-news) are in the market for midfield additions after a lacklustre start to the season that has illuminated the dent in the armour since failing to fill this void in the summer. [Tottenham Hotspur](https://www.footballfancast.com/tottenham-hotspur-news) and Sevilla have also been linked, but Liverpool’s early tenacity in the pursuit has swayed the odds in their favour.

Transfer News: Liverpool in contact with Sofyan Amrabat (The Hard Tackle)

Liverpool are reportedly in contact with the agency of 26-year-old Fiorentina and Morocco midfielder Sofyan Amrabat.

It is no secret that Liverpool need to improve their midfield department in the upcoming windows, and Amrabat could be a quality acquisition. Furthermore, the report adds that Amrabat wants to play UEFA Champions League football, and Liverpool can certainly provide him with that platform. [Sport Witness](https://sportwitness.co.uk/liverpool-contact-midfielders-agency-reds-can-offer-player-much-bigger-salary/), Liverpool have established contact with the agency of Sofyan Amrabat.

Liverpool enter salary talks for £30m World Cup star Sofyan Amrabat (The Transfer Tavern)

Liverpool's pursuit of Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat is gaining momentum according to the latest reports from Sport Witness.

According to [€1.8m per year](http://sportwitness.co.uk/liverpool-contact-midfielders-agency-reds-can-offer-player-much-bigger-salary/) plying his trade in the Serie A to [£3m a year](http://sportwitness.co.uk/liverpool-contact-midfielders-agency-reds-can-offer-player-much-bigger-salary/), an offer the Reds have allegedly put ‘on the table’. [Whoscored](https://www.whoscored.com/Players/248144/Show/Sofyan-Amrabat)), with his efforts in helping Morocco to reach the [round of 16](https://www.fotmob.com/leagues/77/playoff/World-Cup) not going unnoticed.

Transfer Gossip: Liverpool launch contact for efficient World Cup ... (Teamtalk.com)

Liverpool are in contact with the representatives of Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat, according to reports in Italy. Amrabat has emerged onto Liverpool's ...

New Wolves manager Julen Lopetegui has given his approval to the idea of Jimenez leaving. Only time will tell which side of the border between Mexico and the USA he ends up on. The Mexico international still has 18 months left on his contract at Molineux. Indeed, they are willing to give him a contract extension beyond his current expiry date of June 2024. He might be a cheaper target than their primary focus in the transfer market, Jude Bellingham. In contrast, his current salary with Fiorentina is €1.8million per year (under £30,000 per week).

“We keep him close”- Fiorentina chief gives verdict on Liverpool ... (The Kop Times)

Daniele Prade, the sporting director of Fiorentina, is "happy" with Morocco star Sofyan Amrabat amidst interest from Liverpool.

However, what we seemingly lack is creativity in the middle of the park. While the Brazilian has not had the best of campaigns, he is still a quality player. At Liverpool, Fabinho has been the first choice in the number six role for Jurgen Klopp for some time now. The 26-year-old has also been in fine form for Fiorentina this season. They currently sit 10th in the Serie A table. Morocco pipped Croatia and Belgium to the top spot in Group F.

Fiorentina Trying to Repel English Suitors for Amrabat (The Cult of Calcio)

Morocco coach Hoalid Regragui heaped praise on the midfielder. “I expect him to transfer to one of the best European clubs after this tournament.” His brother ...

He’s been unleashed with the recent tweak from 4-3-3 to 4-2-3-1, as he’s a beast in a two-man midfield. The Gigliati plot to offer him a new deal, doubling his wages, as he currently makes €1.8M per year. According to the publication, Fiorentina are in a comfortable spot because he’s technically under contract with them until 2025 thanks to an option.