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Liverpool Enter Race for Monaco Sensation Maghnes Akliouche

Liverpool have officially added another high-profile name to their shortlist of attacking targets following Mohamed Salah's departure.

Reports led by Sky Sports confirm that 

Liverpool have made an initial approach to AS Monaco regarding the availability of 24-year-old French winger Maghnes Akliouche. The Reds have logged formal enquiries as part of their broader search to reinforce the right flank under new manager Andoni Iraola.

However, conflicting local reports urge caution regarding how far along the interest actually is.

The Transfer Landscape: Liverpool vs PSG

• Sky Sports Breakdown: According to Lyall Thomas (Sky Sports), Liverpool checked in on Akliouche after Paris Saint-Germain ran into a roadblock with Monaco. PSG have already submitted multiple proposals the latest valued around £34 million (40 million) all of which were turned down by Monaco, who are holding out for closer to 50 million.
• The Counter-Perspective: Ian Doyle (Liverpool Echo) countered that while Liverpool did reach out to assess Akliouche earlier in the summer window, no formal bid has been lodged recently, characterising the movement as part of Liverpool's wider market evaluations rather than an active hijack.

Why Akliouche Fits Andoni Iraola's Profile

With Andoni Iraola explicitly stating in pre-season that Liverpool "definitely need to sign a winger" following Mohamed Salah's departure, Akliouche offers a highly technical, versatile option on the right side:

• Key Stats: The French international registered 6 goals and 6 assists in 31 Ligue 1 appearances for Monaco last season.
• World Cup Pedigree: Fresh off representing France at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Akliouche has publicly acknowledged that a summer departure from the Stade Louis II is the logical next step in his career.
• Tactical Fit: Operating primarily as an inverted right-winger or attacking midfielder, his quick feet, press resistance, and creative playmaking align smoothly with Iraola's high-tempo system.

Whether Liverpool choose to formalise their enquiry into a concrete offer remains to be seen, but Akliouche remains one of the premier wide targets monitoring options in the summer market.

Sources:

• Sky Sports News: Lyall Thomas (Initial approach and PSG bid details)
• Liverpool Echo: Ian Doyle (Clarification on Liverpool's summer market assessments)