Liverpool Targeting Konstantinos Tzolakis
Liverpool is reportedly eyeing a transfer for Olympiakos goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis, according to Arena Napoli. The outlet notes that Napoli is also interested in the 23-year-old, indicating a competitive race for his signature.
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Arsenal has also expressed interest in Tzolakis, with his current club seeking approximately €20 million to facilitate a transfer. Olympiakos owner Evangelos Marinakis, who also owns Nottingham Forest, is optimistic that the interest from these Premier League clubs is genuine, as they are likely to offer more than Napoli.
However, this move from Liverpool raises some eyebrows. Tzolakis is likely looking for a club where he can establish himself as a first-choice goalkeeper, but the Reds currently have both Alisson Becker and Giorgi Mamardashvili ahead of him in the pecking order.
It’s worth noting that Alisson’s contract is set to expire next year, suggesting that Tzolakis could be viewed as a potential successor or a competitor for the starting role with Mamardashvili.
Nonetheless, it feels like a significant risk; investing €20 million in a goalkeeper from the Greek Super League as a future number one raises questions about whether it aligns with Liverpool’s recent transfer strategy.