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Exclusive: Liverpool lining up move to sign next Roberto Firmino
TL;DR
Liverpool is preparing to sign a player dubbed the next Roberto Firmino. The move is part of their strategy to strengthen the squad.
Key points
- Liverpool is lining up a move for a new player.
- The player is referred to as the next Roberto Firmino.
- Michael Edwards expressed his admiration for Firmino.
- The specific target player has not been named.
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Michael Edwards didnāt need many words to reveal his favourite Liverpool signing in his 2022 farewell letter.
Instead, all he left us with was that he had named his dog āBobby.ā
There's only one player who went by with that sobriquet in the last decade at Anfield - and he was the dazzling Brazilian with the perfect pearly white teeth.
Firmino had a rare blend of flair and selflessness. He could dazzle with his skill and creativity, yet was equally committed to the team, often sacrificing personal glory for the greater good.
He is now widely remembered as a Liverpool great, but his rise wasnāt always expected.
Before arriving at Anfield, he had built his reputation in Europe with TSG Hoffenheim, where Edwards and his recruitment team identified him as a player with significant potential based on both data and scouting.
That judgment proved spot on. Firmino went on to become one of Liverpoolās most successful and influential signings of the modern era.
And since he left the club, it's fair to say Liverpool haven't really replaced him.
Hugo Ekitike has probably come the closest to reproducing the flair and evoking the love that Firmino had from the supporters but the Frenchman still has a long way to fulfil the Brazilian's legacy at Anfield.
With Ekitike's injury, Liverpool are also now exploring the conditions for adding another forward to their ranks.
It's already promising to be a hectic summer ahead for Richard Hughes and Edwards. Not only do they have to add another winger, maybe even two. Depending on who leaves the club, they are now in the market for a versatile attacker as well - someone in the mould of Firmino, who can play across the front three and potentially in other positions as well.
Q&A
Who is the next Roberto Firmino that Liverpool is targeting?
The specific player Liverpool is targeting as the next Roberto Firmino has not been disclosed yet.
What is the significance of Michael Edwards naming his dog 'Bobby'?
Michael Edwards' choice to name his dog 'Bobby' highlights his admiration for Roberto Firmino, indicating the player's impact at Liverpool.
Why is Liverpool looking to sign a player similar to Firmino?
Liverpool aims to bolster their attacking options by finding a player with similar qualities to Firmino, who has been a key figure in their success.
When might Liverpool finalize the signing of the next Firmino?
The timeline for finalizing the signing has not been specified, but Liverpool is actively pursuing the move.
