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title: "Liverpool turn their attention towards Frenchman in search of Coutinho replacement"
canonical: "https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/liverpool-turn-their-attention-towards-frenchman-in-search-of-coutinho-replacement/"
type: "post"
language: "en-GB"
author: "Jay Williams"
section: "Ligue 1 News"
published: "2018-01-07T20:15:51Z"
modified: "2018-01-07T20:15:51Z"
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# Liverpool turn their attention towards Frenchman in search of Coutinho replacement

**The Liverpool fans in the Transfer Tavern are still upset after seeing their prize asset Philippe Coutinho depart the club. Coutinho has left to join Barcelona in a deal which makes him the second most expensive player in history and now Liverpool need to start searching for his replacement.**

The Reds have been considering their options, according to reports in the local media, and have identified a top target already. Liverpool are believed to be interested in AS Monaco star Thomas Lemar, [The Liverpool Echo reports](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/liverpool-considering-transfer-options-after-14123785).

Lemar has been a target for a host of Premier League clubs, including Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur, but Liverpool hope to beat their competitors to the signing of the young Frenchman. The 22-year-old can play on either wing and he is considered to be one of the best young talents in Europe.

The 22-year-old has two goals and four assists in Ligue 1 this season for Monaco and Barcelona have previously checked on him. Lemar is thought to be Liverpool’s top target.

But Monaco want to keep hold of the 8-cap France international midfielder, especially after selling star players in the summer. Furthemore, Liverpool will not be moving for Riyad Mahrez, the Echo understands, contrary to recent reports.

**Landlord’s verdict**

Liverpool need to ask themselves two questions. Firstly, whether Lemar can step into Coutinho’s role as a more central attacking midfielder. Secondly, how much are we going to pay for him? Clubs know that Liverpool have just received a huge amount of cash and they will accordingly demand hefty transfer fees.

**Liverpool fans – Would you like Lemar? Let us know below…**