Arne Slot is pushing to sign Bayern Munich attacker Leroy Sane next summer, as reported by CaughtOffside. The Liverpool boss believe the Ex-Manchester City player could be a perfect fit to replace Mohamed Salah if he doesn’t extend his contract.
Leroy Sane is doing well at Bayern Munich
Leroy Sane came into the limelight during his stint at Manchester City. He was an impressive figure at Etihad Stadium and helped the club win two Premier League titles. However, he fell down the packs due to inconsistency and injuries.
Sane then moved to Bayern Munich in the summer of 2020 and has been associated with them since then. He netted 10 goals and provided 13 assists last season. He averaged 2.7 shots, 2.7 key passes, and 3.4 dribbles per game (stats via whoscored).
The German attacker can play on both the wings or even as an attacking midfielder. He is known for his sheer pace, visionary passing, and effective dribbling skills. He likes to make in-behind runs and has also got a good shooting range.
A replacement for Mohamed Salah?
Mohamed Salah has been one of the best signings Liverpool have ever made. However, as the player is entering into the twilight of his career, the club are desperate to find a replacement. The situation is more alarming as the winger is in the final year of his contract.
While everything hints that Salah will sign a new contract, anything can happen in the world of football. If a lucrative offer arrives from Saudi, things can change pretty quickly. Hence, the Reds want to remain prepared for all the circumstances.
As per the report, Arne Slot wants Liverpool to go after Leroy Sane. The manager believes he can fill the Egyptian’s shoes given his similar profile. Sane has prior Premier League experience and could make an instant impact upon arrival. One can expect the story to have more developments in the coming months.
