Liverpool's efforts to strengthen their squad this summer have been given a boost as Teun Koopmeiners, a top target, is reportedly refusing to return to training with Atalanta in a bid to force a transfer.
Teun Koopmeiners, the Dutch midfielder linked with Liverpool, is making headlines as he remains absent from Atalanta's training sessions.
According to Corriere dello Sport, Koopmeiners, alongside Ademola Lookman, did not join the squad for their training or team lunch.
The 25-year-old has been on Liverpool's radar, but his current focus seems to be on a move to Juventus, where he has already agreed on personal terms.
This move has left Atalanta in a difficult position, with Koopmeiners being left out of the squad for their Serie A opener against Lecce.
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Liverpool’s pursuit of Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad ended in disappointment when the Spaniard opted to stay with his current club. With the transfer deadline approaching, Liverpool’s pursuit of Koopmeiners appears increasingly uncertain.
As of now, Liverpool have not made a competing offer to Atalanta. Meanwhile, the Reds are closing in on Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia, though the Georgian goalkeeper will remain on loan at his current club for the season.
With the transfer window closing soon, Liverpool's chances of adding new players remain up in the air. Fans are watching closely to see if Liverpool can secure any new signings before the deadline.
