Premier League giants Liverpool have reportedly expressed interest in Napoli centre-back Sam Beukema, a player highly appreciated by the Reds’ manager, Arne Slot.
Liverpool has set its sights on Napoli defender Beukema ahead of the upcoming summer transfer window, according to TEAMTalk.
The report indicates that the Dutch defender is highly regarded by his compatriot, Slot, who is expected to continue as Liverpool’s manager through the 2026-27 season.
It is claimed that Slot previously attempted to sign Beukema for Feyenoord when the Dutch centre-back was playing for Go Ahead Eagles.
Slot has reportedly conveyed his admiration for Beukema to the Liverpool recruitment team, including sporting director Richard Hughes.
Liverpool is anticipated to strengthen its defense next summer, with Beukema featuring among the potential targets on their shortlist.
The Reds previously secured defensive reinforcements from Serie A last summer by signing Giovanni Leoni from Parma. However, the Italian defender experienced an unfortunate debut season at Anfield, suffering an ACL injury in his very first game with the club.
Slot recently provided an update on the Italian centre-back, stating that the former Parma talent is “becoming a beast” as he progresses through his recovery from injury.
Beukema, aged 27, joined Napoli from Bologna in a €31 million deal last summer and has made 30 appearances across all competitions this season.
English Translation:
Liverpool are reportedly interested in Napoli centre-back Sam Beukema, who is highly valued by the Reds’ manager Arne Slot.
The Premier League club has identified Napoli defender Beukema as a target for the upcoming summer transfer window, according to TEAMTalk.
The Dutch defender is said to be highly thought of by his compatriot Slot, who is expected to remain in charge of Liverpool for the 2026-27 season.
The report suggests that Slot had previously tried to sign Beukema for Feyenoord when the centre-back was at Go Ahead Eagles.
Slot has reportedly confirmed his admiration for Beukema to Liverpool’s recruitment staff, including sporting director Richard Hughes.
Liverpool is expected to strengthen their defense next summer, with Beukema being one of the names on their list.
The Reds had already brought in defensive reinforcement from Serie A last summer by signing Giovanni Leoni from Parma. The Italian defender has had an unfortunate debut season at Anfield, suffering an ACL injury in his first game for the club.
Slot recently gave an update on the Italian centre-back, stating that the former Parma talent is “becoming a beast” as he recovers from his injury.
Beukema, 27, moved to Napoli from Bologna for €31 million last summer and has made 30 appearances in all competitions this season.