Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is a big fan of Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes

According to Fichajes, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has identified Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes as a key cog in his midfield makeover.

The Reds have an aging midfield and are in dire need of a makeover. The upcoming summer transfer window offers Klopp the ideal opportunity to strengthen his squad.

Liverpool have earmarked certain players for their system in recent years and it’s the same this summer. The man on their radar is Guimaraes, who is a key part of Newcastle United’s rise in the table

The 25-year-old is at the height of his career and has changed Eddie Howe’s team. Klopp is keen on bringing him to Anfield and there is little argument for the Brazilian to inject energy into this Red’s outfit.

Liverpool could test Newcastle’s resolve with a €100m bid, but even if the Reds spend the cash, it’s far from certain they’ll sell. With support from the Middle East, the Magpies will be a force to be reckoned with, and Guimaraes is largely a key cog in that plan.

An excellent dribbler and tackler, the Brazilian is a ball of energy in the middle of the park. He should settle well at Anfield and do well in the club’s high metal football setup.

Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp could use a player like Bruno Guimaraes. (Photo by Peter Byrne/PA Images via Getty Images)

He also shoots badly and will contribute to goals from midfield. Guimaraes has what it takes to be a sure-shot for Jurgen Klopp and it’s understandable why the German boss admires him and wants him to be the central point in the team’s midfield.

Considering Fabinho’s fall in recent months and the lack of another No.6 at his disposal, it makes sense that Klopp would pursue the 25-year-old Brazil international. We hope to qualify for the UEFA Champions League next season to strengthen our signing potential as the Magpies look poised to finish in the top four.

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Guimaraes is a world class player and will only get better. The question to ask is why the Reds didn’t bring him in last summer when he was still playing at Lyon. Liverpool were well aware of the Brazilian’s talent and should have moved to him after losing Aurelien Tchouameni

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Virgil van Dijk has already given Liverpool the green light to hijack Man Utd’s second transfer

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has previously praised Manchester United transfer target Jurrien Timber who has also been linked with a move to Anfield.

Erik ten Hag’s main target for the summer may be an elite striker, but the Dutchman has other irons in the fire.

Much-loved Ajax defender Jurrien Timber was looking to follow his former boss to Manchester United last year before ultimately deciding against a move to the Premier League. However, he is expected to move this summer after announcing terms of a deal with the Dutch giants.

Unsurprisingly, this has attracted interest from several elite clubs. And while Ten Hag is still harboring hopes of securing a late deal for his compatriot, speculation is rife that Liverpool could try to hijack any move after Timber’s girlfriend was spotted at looking for a flat in Merseyside earlier this month. Man Utd told Jurrien Timber to ask for price after decision leaves Erik ten Hag ‘bewildered’

While it remains to be seen whether Jurgen Klopp is actually in the market for another defender, with a midfield overhaul his most pressing summer priority, Liverpool giant Virgil van Dijk has already given Timber an enthusiastic endorsement.

The Reds talisman is well aware of Timber’s qualities after playing alongside him for the Dutch national team – and in September he was adamant that his compatriot was already a better player than he was when he was younger.

“I was nowhere near him now (at the same age),” Van Dijk explained previously. “I have nothing but praise for him. He is a great player and a true professional. He has so much potential. Hopefully it can develop further. Then everything will be fine, I think.”

If Liverpool decide to make a bid for Timber this summer, the Reds could scupper another Manchester United transfer plan after securing them with Cody Gakpo.

The former PSV Eindhoven star was believed to be one of Ten Hag’s top January transfer targets before the Reds swooped in to complete a deal over the Christmas period.

Despite reports claiming that Van Dijk was influential in persuading Gakpo to pick Liverpool ahead of Manchester United, the Reds defender insisted that while he did talk with the versatile forward about a move, his role was exaggerated.

Speaking back in January, Van Dijk said: “No that was over exaggerated [talk of him convincing Gakpo]. I spoke to him, I can only say good things because I’m here, enjoying my time. We’ve been very successful but the manager said it as well, if it was me it was an easy decision to make, I didn’t need convincing.

“If there was any questions, I answered them honestly. I’m glad he’s here and [lets] get started started as quickly as possible.”