Liverpool: Fans want to sign transfer target Bukayo Saka after superb assist vs Everton

Lots of Liverpool fans are drooling over the potential of reported target Bukayo Saka, after the Arsenal youngster produced another stunning assist for the Gunners on Sunday.

The Athletic’s David Ornstein claimed recently that both Liverpool and Manchester United are ‘seriously interested’ in Saka. The versatile 18 year-old will be out of contract in the summer of 2021, meaning he could potentially be signed for a relatively low fee this summer if he does not sign a new deal in north London – he is currently valued at £11.7m by Transfermarkt.

And with left-back perhaps the only position in Jurgen Klopp’s side without a recognised second-choice, fans are eyeing Saka as an understudy and eventual successor to Andy Robertson. Of course, much of the creativity in Klopp’s system comes from the full-backs, and Saka recorded his ninth assist in all competitions in Sunday’s 3-2 win over Everton, curling in a delightful cross for Eddie Nketiah to finish with ease. His nine assists look particularly impressive given he has played just over 1,700 minutes this season, averaging roughly one every 180 minutes.

Given that the Arsenal teenager can play anywhere on the left flank, some fans believe he could be the perfect signing as he is capable of providing depth behind both Robertson and Sadio Mane. Check out some of the best Twitter reactions down below…

Saka. Get him in as an understudy for Robbo.

— Jay (@Jay82_LFC) February 23, 2020

We need to sign up Saka. Can cover for both Mane & Robertson.

— Simba🦁 (@LFCSimba) February 23, 2020

Bukayo Saka is a boss little player. Don’t understand the why he did start this game.

Him and Neco Williams as our FB cover next season would be very good.

— Stanley House 6️⃣ (@StanleyHouseLFC) February 23, 2020

Bukayo Saka is the one we need as Robertson backup.

Robbo looked tired and been poor at times this year. Would help having a quality player come in and provide abit of competition and cover.

Can play down the wing to. #LFC

— The Anfield Effect (@AnfieldEffect) February 23, 2020

We should sign Saka as a back up to Robertson he would fit in nicely at Liverpool and wouldnt cost much if he dosent sign the contract

— Lee ♤ (@TAA__Lee) February 24, 2020

This Saka is looking like a good player. Developing well this season in a team that isnt doing too well!! Be good to have as a backup at Liverpool to start and then for the future!!

— AlexbLFC (@LFCAlexBlack) February 23, 2020

Saka playing for this Liverpool move, my future backup LB.

— ‎ً (@TheImmortalKop) February 23, 2020

Would love to get Bukayo Saka in to this LFC squad as an understudy to Robertson. Amazing talent with pace, good crossing ability and composure. Would add to our homegrown player quota too.

— Arvind (@Redknight555) February 23, 2020