Goncalo Inacio, a centre back for Sporting, has recently piqued Liverpool’s interest.
Inacio was frequently mentioned as a possible addition to the Reds’ defensive options during the summer transfer window. But in the end, the 22-year-old decided to remain in Portugal.
However, Inacio might soon be moving, according to the Daily Briefing of journalist Fabrizio Romano. If not Liverpool, then at least to one of their main competitors.
“One more thing on United: I can confirm that Goncalo Inacio is on their list of prospective centre backs, along with others I’ve already mentioned, including Edmond Tapsoba and Antonio Silva, according to Romano.
“United are currently sending scouts to Portugal to observe Silva and Inacio. They will then select which player is best for them and how much they want to spend over the course of the following months with Ten Hag.
“In recent years, Inacio has also been on the wish list at Liverpool and Newcastle, and Sporting also extended his contract this past summer.
“Let’s see how his situation develops in the coming months. He’s a very talented player.”
Inacio is a target for Liverpool
Romano’s post today leaves open the question of whether Liverpool is still interested in Inacio or if this is merely a historical curiosity.
However, given that the Portuguese international is only 22 years old, there is no reason why it shouldn’t continue.
Ibrahima Konate was their final center-back acquisition in 2021. Inacio hadn’t yet turned 20 when Konate joined. He could never have been considered a substitute for the Frenchman.
As a result, we would anticipate that the Reds are still closely monitoring Inacio in anticipation of a potential trade.
Whether United pursues their interest further will determine whether or not that occurs. Their urgent need is higher than Liverpool’s after seeing Harry Maguire and Jonny Evans start their game against Brentford at the weekend.
But it wouldn’t be unexpected to see the Reds rekindle their interest if Inacio is still up for sale in the summer.
Nothing is anticipated to occur in January, but after that, who knows?