Liverpool are interested in Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn, but are unlikely to pay their £50 million asking price [The Athletic].
As they look ahead to life without Netherlands international Georginio Wijnaldum, Jurgen Klopp has reportedly been ‘impressed’ with the Scotland star as a possible replacement [The Athletic].
Despite Klopp’s admiration for the ex-Hibernian man, the Midlands side are said to have placed a £50 million price tag on McGinn’s shoulders, as they look to warn off potential suitors for his signature [Edinburgh Live].
McGinn enjoyed an impressive 2020/21 season for Villa, registering nine goal contributions in 37 games in all competitions; three goals and six assists [Transfermarkt].
In light of these developments, loads of Liverpool diehards took to Twitter to show their frustration towards the potential acquisition, with pre-season drawing ever closer for the Merseyside giants.
Liverpool fans react to McGinn links:
Replying to The Athletic journalist James Pearce on Twitter, here is how some Reds fans summarized their opinions upon hearing the news:
"I’m so done with this club"