All the current attention is on Rio Ngumoha, but Liverpool may yet be in a position to hijack another transfer by targeting a different emerging talent from Chelsea.
History has shown that several players who struggled to establish themselves at Stamford Bridge went on to become pivotal figures at Anfield.
This path has not only applied to Ngumoha but also to the likes of Mohamed Salah and Daniel Sturridge. Marc Guehi may soon follow that trajectory. The Chelsea-to-Liverpool route has proven to be fruitful.
Ngumoha is the most recent example, securing a swift path into Liverpool’s first team—an opportunity Chelsea could not guarantee amid their extensive spending.
With the transfer window approaching its deadline, Liverpool have another chance to repeat the process by pursuing a Chelsea player currently on the fringes.
Fabrizio Romano has reported that Tyrique George is in discussions with Roma over a permanent transfer, with Chelsea preferring a full sale rather than a loan move.
Negotiations between Chelsea and Roma remain ongoing, leaving an opening for Liverpool to intervene. George has expressed his intention to leave Stamford Bridge, providing a potential opportunity for the Reds to act decisively.
Liverpool are still in the market for one more versatile addition to their squad, even after the high-profile signing of Alexander Isak.
George fits that description. Young and adaptable, he is capable of playing on the left flank, through the middle, and on the right wing.
In his senior breakthrough with Chelsea, George has averaged 0.65 goal contributions per 90 minutes, underlining his promise at the top level.
Such statistics highlight his potential, and Liverpool have a track record of unlocking that in players who were previously overlooked at Chelsea.
Ngumoha’s swift rise is one example. The same applied to Daniel Sturridge and Mohamed Salah, while Dominic Solanke and Rhian Brewster also benefitted, ultimately being sold for significant profits.
Whether through success on the pitch or financial return, Liverpool have consistently capitalised on former Chelsea players.
The evidence suggests George should be the next in line. He matches Liverpool’s recruitment profile and could prove to be an outstanding acquisition.
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