Liverpool Targets PSG Defender Illia Zabarnyi This Summer
In a recent report, Fichajes stated that Liverpool are showing interest in Paris Saint-Germain defender Illia Zabarnyi this off-season. It is believed that the Reds have identified the Ukrainian talent as a target for this summer transfer window.
Zabarnyi’s Impressive Form In Ligue 1
The 23-year-old served as a useful squad player for PSG in the previous campaign when he produced a series of impressive displays for them on the defensive end of the field. Zabarnyi made 37 appearances for the French club last season, scoring one goal but failed to earn an assist across various competitions.
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The Ukrainian talent is currently among the most talented centre-backs in his homeland. Thus, it is no wonder that the Reds are hoping to get a deal done for him later this year.
His current contract at the French club will run out in the summer of 2030, which could make it tough for Liverpool to sign him on a cut-price deal this off-season.
Should Liverpool Boss Andoni Iraola Get Zabarnyi On Board?
Zabarnyi is a good tackler of the ball and can scan the danger well to earn possession back for his side on the defensive end of the field. He doesn’t mind putting his foot through the ball when the opposition are on the front foot and excels at playing his way out from the back.
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Standing at 1.89m, the Ukrainian international is a strong presence in the air and can use his robust frame to win a few aerial duels. Zabarnyi is already quite familiar with the Premier League and won’t take much time to settle into life at the Merseyside club.
We can expect Zabarnyi to bring more bite and steel to Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola’s defence. He has what it takes to challenge for a regular starting spot at the Merseyside club in the coming seasons.
At 23, Zabarnyi has his best years ahead of him, which makes him a decent choice for the Reds to pursue this summer. Iraola already knows the player well from their time together at Bournemouth and would be the ideal man to get the best out of him. Therefore, the Reds should think about getting him on board soon.