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#3 Dayot Upamecano
Dayot Upamecano is arguably one of the best young defenders in the game at the moment. Undoubtedly, Liverpool and many other top clubs are reportedly interested in the services of the player.
The 22-year-old Frenchman has a great physical presence in the box, and can close down the most formidable of attackers. He has been a standout performer for RB Leipzig since his arrival at the club in 2017.
Earlier this season, the player alluded to the prospect of leaving Leipzig when he said:
“For the moment I am with Leipzig but it is true that I was able to discuss with certain clubs. As I said, for now, I am focused on Leipzig and I will continue to play for Leipzig. And then we’ll see. You never know what can happen in a football season.”
Considering the player's pedigree, Liverpool could face competition to land the highly touted Upamecano, as Arsenal, Manchester United, and Bayern Munich are also reportedly pursuing him.
#2 Sven Botman
Sven Botman is one of a bevy of center-backs linked with Liverpool this season.
The 20-year-old Dutchman has been outstanding in his first season at Lille, producing the highest success rate in the 2020-21 Ligue 1, since moving from Ajax.
Liverpool are reportedly in talks with Botman's agent for the player, who is tall, quick and proficient in one-on-one situations. Botman could improve further in the company of his illustrious compatriot Virgil Van Dijk, and could cost Liverpool far less than some of their other transfer targets like Upamecano.
#1 Ozan Kabak
Liverpool are reportedly interested in the services of Ozan Kabak, a Turkish center-back who is currently plying his trade at Bundesliga club Schalke.
Since arriving at his new club in the summer of 2019, Kabak has been nothing short of phenomenal, something that has attracted the attention of a plethora of clubs.
The 20-year-old Turk, who is also reportedly being pursued by the likes of Manchester United and AC Milan, has impressive attributes that could endear himself to the Liverpool faithful.
