Liverpool preferred by Malick Fofana's agent for transfer

The agent of Lyon player Malick Fofana has stated that Liverpool is the young star's top choice for a transfer. Fofana, who is 19 years old, is seen as a future talent, potentially following in the footsteps of Mohamed Salah. His agent believes Liverpool would be the ideal destination as the team looks to strengthen its squad for next season. Liverpool is aiming to win the Premier League but currently needs to assess several areas within the team. One focus is the right side of their attack, especially if Salah leaves when his contract ends in June. Fofana, who has impressed with his speed and ability to challenge defenders, could be a strong addition to the team. Born in Belgium, Fofana joined Gent's academy at a young age and made his senior debut as a teenager. He moved to Lyon in early 2024 for £18.5 million and has since made 56 appearances, scoring 14 goals. His agent mentioned that Fofana has the talent needed to succeed in the Premier League. While he favors Liverpool, the agent also pointed out that Newcastle could be a good option for Fofana. Newcastle is seen as a well-structured club where he could gain experience before moving to a top European team. Fofana's transfer value is estimated to be between £27.7 million and £37.8 million. However, Lyon's financial struggles may allow Liverpool to negotiate a lower fee. The club faces pressure to sell players to address significant financial losses, making a transfer for Fofana a real possibility.