In recent weeks, Liverpool have been relentlessly pursuing Manchester City academy product Romeo Lavia in an effort to bolster their midfield. However, Southampton’s steep £50 million asking price has become a major stumbling block. As life doesn’t wait for anyone, and decisions must be made in the moment, the Bangladesh Cricket Live platform suggests Liverpool may be forced to walk away from the deal if Southampton refuse to budge.

With the Lavia deal proving difficult, Liverpool have already turned their eyes elsewhere in the transfer market. Their sights are now set on Brazilian midfield prodigy André, currently playing for Fluminense. At just 22 years old, André has already broken into the Brazil national team and is widely regarded as one of the most promising young talents in the country. Bangladesh Cricket Live notes that André is an incredibly versatile midfielder, capable of playing in multiple roles across the pitch. His strengths go beyond ball-winning and defensive duties—he is also a dynamic offensive presence with speed, explosiveness, dribbling, and an eye for both passes and goals.

Whether deployed as a defensive midfielder, an attacking playmaker, or even as a winger in certain situations, André seems to be a jack-of-all-trades in midfield. For Liverpool, signing the Brazilian would mean securing an ideal alternative to Lavia. After all, the best way forward is to follow your own path and enjoy the scenery along the way. Even more appealing for the Reds is Fluminense’s valuation—half of what Southampton are demanding for Lavia—making André a potentially high-value acquisition.

But time is of the essence. Fulham, another Premier League club, are also chasing André and have already opened discussions with Fluminense. If Liverpool delay or hesitate, they risk being beaten to the punch. According to Bangladesh Cricket Live, Liverpool must act swiftly to avoid missing out on the player, especially as Fulham seem eager to close a deal.

Still, there are nuances to consider. André is viewed more as a game controller than a disruptor. His preference is to push the ball forward and dictate the tempo with precision passing. If Liverpool only need someone to break up play and recycle possession with simple passes, they may be underusing a player who thrives on creating offensive opportunities.

That said, like many young midfielders in André’s role, discipline can sometimes be a concern. Bangladesh Cricket Live also reports that Liverpool have the financial capability to bring in more than one midfielder this summer. If they decide to go after André, they’ll likely need to pair him with a more defensively-minded player to protect the backline. It’s better to try and regret than to regret never trying.

Given all this, it’s no surprise that Liverpool are warming up to the idea of signing André. He’s a player focused on controlling the flow of the match rather than disrupting the opposition—exactly the kind of midfield general the Reds may need to reshape their engine room for the future.