Man Utd target is one of four players who could be perfect for new Liverpool tactics. Watch out.

Manchester United and Liverpool may have the same ideas in this summer transfer window.

Manchester United are expected to bolster their backline this summer with Jurrien Timber reportedly a top target for Erik ten Hag. But Liverpool are also in the market for a new central defender this summer, particularly following the success of Jurgen Klopp’s subtle change in formation towards the end of the season.

The change in system largely centred around Trent Alexander-Arnold pushing into midfield alongside Fabinho while Andy Robertson dropped alongside Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate in a more central role. While Alexander-Arnold thrived in his new role, Robertson struggled to have a similar impact further back.

Joel Matip and Joe Gomez remain options for Klopp in the new system, but reports have indicated that Liverpool will look for another central defender to give him another option. That could put United and Liverpool up against one another in the transfer market with Timber not the only player who would arguably fit perfectly into Klopp’s system.
Express Sport takes a look at three other players linked with a move to Old Trafford who would also have an impact at Liverpool.
The Croatia international would be the dream signing at Liverpool as he fits perfectly into what Klopp needs. Liverpool will want to maintain their model of targeting young and highly-rated players and they don’t come much better than Gvardiol.