Michael Keane has been one of the best defenders in this year’s Premier League so far. His brilliant performance in the heart of the defence for Burnley has made a number of big name clubs pursue him in order to secure his service for the next season including Manchester United and Liverpool.
Although his former club Manchester United have been the frontrunner so far in the race to bag Keane for the next season, Liverpool are fast catching up on the Red Devils and might have the last laugh. Jurgen Klopp, the current coach of Liverpool is a big admirer of the English defender’s abilities and will look to capitalise on them given that he makes him sign for the Reds in the next season.
Liverpool are almost at the end of what has been a fabulous season for them. Brilliant performances from almost all the players of the team have made it possible for the Reds to cement a place in the top four, and they are looking cautious in order not to make a last minute mistake that can cost them valuable points. However, the team’s defence has been a matter of concern for their German manager throughout the season, with him having to deploy makeshift players in the backline to evade danger.
Michael Keane, on the other hand, has been in brilliant form throughout the season for Burnley that has given him the opportunity to be included in the England National team recently. Liverpool is eyeing someone with abilities like him to strengthen their defence and improve their game in the next season.
Keane has been a crucial part of the Burnley line-up for the current season, giving their defence solidity. Burnley are trying their level best to keep hold of the mainstay in their defence, but it seems like a lost battle with Liverpool, as per sources, having agreed on personal terms with the English international. Reportedly, the Reds are en route to make a bid worth £25 million for Keane to make him wear their colours in the next season.
In the current situation, the Merseyside club looks to be the next destination for the English youngster. However, Manchester United are also on the trail to bring back the defender, who was let out by the club in 2015 under the managerial regime of the Dutchman Louis Van Gaal. Apart from them, arch rivals Arsenal and Tottenham are also in the race to bag the brilliant defender to be a part of their line-up in the next season.
