According to GiveMeSport, Liverpool are impressed with Turkish international Baris Alper Yilmaz. The Premier League club want to sign the Galatasaray forward in the summer transfer window as they look to bolster the offensive line.
Who is Baris Alper Yilmaz?
Baris Alper Yilmaz joined Galatasaray in the summer of 2021 and has been associated with them since then. He has played a key role in the club’s success over the past couple of seasons. He is rated highly and is already a star in the making.
Yilmaz featured in 55 games, scoring seven goals and providing 12 assists. He averaged 1.3 shots, 1 key pass, and 1.5 dribbles per game (stats via whoscored).
The Turkish forward is versatile enough to play as a centre-forward or either of the flanks. Interestingly, he also featured as a left-back and right-back for his club this season. He is known for his incredible abilities on the ball and sheer pace.
A backup of Mohamed Salah?
Liverpool need quality and depth on the flanks ahead of next season. As Mohamed Salah is in the twilight of his career, it would make sense if the club invest for long term in a player. Hence, the pursuit of Baris Alper Yilmaz seems the right move.
Yilmaz has been in good form not only at the club level but also for his nation. He had an impressive run at the Euro Cup 2024, where his side exited from the Quarter-final round. He has high qualities and untapped potential which he can maximise in the near future.
Hence, the Reds want to acquire the signature of the 24-year-old, who can serve the club in the long run. The player has three years left on his contract and will cost somewhere around £22 million. Apart from Liverpool, Arsenal are also keeping tabs on the youngster as they look to build a core team.
