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Borussia Dortmund’s Karim Adeyemi leaves door open for Liverpool transfer

It’s no secret that Liverpool’s new head coach Arne Slot hasn’t welcomed any new players through the revolving door at Anfield this summer. But that could be about to change now, with one of Europe’s most dynamic wingers expressing his openness to a move.

The Reds’ desire to bolster their attacking line in preparation for the new season is evident from their well-documented and thus far unsuccessful attempt to sign Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon.

Now another candidate to strengthen the squad has publicly raised the possibility of leaving.

When asked about the possibility of playing for another club, Borussia Dortmund speed demon Karim Adeyemi was clear in a conversation with Ruhr Nachrichten.

Adeyemi attracts interest from England and Italy

“I’m wearing the Dortmund shirt and I’m very happy to wear the Dortmund shirt,” said the talented 22-year-old.

The German international did not rule out a departure this summer, however. “There are no guarantees in life,” he said.

Given his age and rapid pace, combined with his experience in the Bundesliga and Champions League, it is no surprise that top clubs are looking at Adeyemi.

Premier League teams, as well as Italian giants Juventus and AC Milan, are interested in the winger, Sky Sport Germany reports.

His contract runs until 2027, meaning he won’t come cheap, especially given Dortmund’s track record of making big money from their young stars.

That said, the same source understands that Adeyemi could leave for just over £33million, the price they bought him for.

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Is Adeyemi good enough for Liverpool?

While Adeyemi is an attractive proposition, he has not been a prolific scorer since moving to Germany from Red Bull Salzburg. In fact, he has only scored nine goals in 45 league games.

At a club like Liverpool you would expect him to reach new heights in that regard, especially if he is to become the long-term successor to Mohamed Salah or even Luis Diaz, who has been repeatedly linked with a move away this summer.

There is little doubt that Dortmund, also in transition under a new manager (former Liverpool midfielder Nuri Sahin), know what Adeyemi has to offer.

But for now, with his future still uncertain, it seems unlikely Liverpool will pursue his interest unless other leading candidates, including Gordon and possibly Mohammed Kudus, are ruled out.

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