Liverpool are reportedly set to enter a summer transfer war with Newcastle over one of the Premier League‘s current top scorers.
The Reds of coach Arne Slot have been in excellent form recently and are currently top of the table. Five points ahead of Man City and nine behind Arsenal after 11 games UFABET
While the Magpies are in the race for a European place after missing out last season. Eddie Howe’s side are just a point off the top four after returning to form recently.
However, Newcastle have struggled to score goals this season, scoring just 13 in the league. And Howe is targeting a finisher to bolster his attack.
The Magpies boss is a big fan of Brentford’s Brian Mbeumo, who has impressed for Thomas Frank’s side. Scoring eight Premier League goals this season.
However, they will face competition from Liverpool. According to The Sun with Slot keen to add to his already dangerous attacking line-up.
Mbeumo has now levelled the league goalscoring record with Liverpool top scorer Mohamed Salah. While the Cameroonian winger has also outscored in-form Luis Diaz.
With Salah’s contract set to expire, Mbeumo could be a potential option for Slots. With the Dutchman reportedly impressed with the player’s form for the Bees.