Liverpool's midfield strength has jumped to the top of Europe, yet Schlosson is not stopping there and is plotting to further strengthen the squad. It is reported that Porto's 22-year-old Spanish starlet Niko Ganzaris will trigger a €60 million liquidated damages clause, worth about HK$480 million.
Liverpool have accelerated their pursuit of Nikolgan Sallis following the unsuccessful attempt to join Subiwendi, aiming to finalize the transfer deal either in the winter of this season or in the summer of next season. Despite Porto's reluctance to enter into negotiations with Liverpool, the liquidated damages clause in the contract made the deal irresistible.
Once the deal goes through, this will be a win-win situation for all three parties. Firstly, Liverpool will get their wish to bring in Nikolgan Sallis. Secondly, Porto acquired the player from Barcelona last year for just €9 million and the sale will be lucrative. In addition, Barcelona, as the original club, will share 40% of the second transfer fee, totaling €24 million, which is a happy situation for everyone.