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Fabrizio Romano says Liverpool seriously scouting ex-Man City player who could plug major hole

Originally posted on Empire of the Kop
By Farrell Keeling | Last updated 1/1/24

Liverpool are understood to have been closely monitoring Ko Itakura in recent times.

This claim comes courtesy of Fabrizio Romano on X (formerly Twitter), noting that the Reds have sent scouts on ‘multiple’ occasions to watch the Japanese international.

Ko Itakura, one to watch in 2024 as top clubs are monitoring Japanese CB.

Understand Liverpool have sent their scouts multiple times to follow Itakura’s performances.

Tottenham also monitored him as Ange Postecoglou wanted Ko at Celtic.

Release clause NOT valid in January. pic.twitter.com/E6Ce08dAd4

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 1, 2024

The Merseysiders are understood to be keen to bolster their defensive ranks if the right opportunity comes, with a left-sided defensive option particularly desirable.

This article first appeared on Empire of the Kop and was syndicated with permission.

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