Liverpool already in contact with top Julian Ward target

Liverpool already in contact with top Julian Ward target Liverpool’s midfield has been a major talking point early in the reign of Andoni Iraola. Under the Spaniard, the Reds have lacked balance in the middle of the park. Liverpool’s midfield no longer control games and, as a result, multiple midfielders are being marked as priority targets ahead of the winter window. Julian Ward has now officially taken the reigns as sporting director at Anfield and he will be getting to work right away identifying the player that can reinforce Iraola’s midfield. Now, a new report has suggested that Liverpool are already in contact with a player Ward is a long-time admirer of, and a deal could be on. Liverpool still in contact with Real Madrid star According to TEAMtalk , Liverpool are still in contact with Aurelien Tchouameni’s representatives, and could make a move for the Frenchman. The 26-year-old has been on the Reds’ radar since before he signed for Real Madrid, and was once again linked with a move to Anfield in the summer. The move never materialised, but this hasn’t stopped the recruitment team at Liverpool from staying in contact with the Frenchman and his agents, with the door to a future move still very much open . Tchouameni signed a long-term deal in Madrid last season, but the midfielder could be open to a move away if he isn’t a guaranteed starter under Jose Mourinho, and the Reds could be tempted to make the move. Having followed his progress for almost five years, the Reds are well aware of what the midfielder could offer Iraola’s squad. Known for his ability to break up play, his imposing physical presence and his passing prowess, Tchouameni would offer the balance that the Reds’ midfield is lacking. A move for the Frenchman won’t be cheap, but Liverpool know the player they would be buying, and signing the 26-year-old was bring the squad up a level as they look to once again compete for a Premier League trophy.