Liverpool have reignited their interest in Torino centre-back Perr Schuurs ahead of a potential summer move, according to a fresh transfer rumour.
The Lowdown: Liverpool linked with Schuurs
The Reds could look to sign a new central defender at the end of the season, with fresh legs needed at a time when Virgil van Dijk and Joel Matip are both 31 years of age.
One player who was linked with a move to Anfield in the past is Schuurs, who remarkably ranks in the 99th percentile amongst centre-backs for assisting goals, as well as stacking up highly for tackles and aerial duels.
The 23-year-old was initially eyed up during his Ajax days but he is now plying his trade at Torino, where he has started 15 Serie A matches this season.
The Latest: New update emerges
According to Tuttosport [via Sport Witness], Liverpool are the ‘first to move’ for Schuurs ahead of a possible summer transfer, with a Premier League auction potentially on the cards.
Torino are thought to value the Dutchman at €50million (£44m) and would be willing to sell him at the end of the season.
The Verdict: Strong centre-back option
Schuurs could be an excellent option for Liverpool this summer, with the defender actually having a trial at Anfield in 2017, even then being compared to Van Dijk.
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The towering 6 foot 3 Torino man has averaged 3.1 clearances, 2.1 aerial wins and 1.7 tackles per game in Serie A this season, highlighting his all-round defensive dominance, and he is not yet at his peak.
Schuurs could initially come in as more of a squad player, potentially replacing Joe Gomez if he leaves, as has been rumoured, before eventually replacing Van Dijk when his best years are behind him.