could reap the rewards of signing an exciting young player who has been likened to former Reds ace . Arne Slot has been widely tipped to add a new forward to his squad when the transfer window opens for business. With the Reds on the verge of Premier League glory, a summer move to Anfield would be an attractive proposition for just about any player.

A number of big names have been linked with the Merseyside giants, including RB Leipzig attacker Xavi Simons. He has enjoyed a productive campaign in Germany, chipping in with eight goals and six assists in all competitions. The versatile forward has already received the approval of former Liverpool defender Dietmar Hamann, who says the Dutchman reminds him of Coutinho.

"I'd say he is a similar player to Philippe Coutinho, which makes you think about how he left the club, but Simons is ready to play for a big club," . "There's a chance Leipzig won't get in the Champions League which would have an impact, too.

"He is a brilliant player with great feet, an eye for goal and brings his team-mates into play. Liverpool don't have a creator like him, it's probably something they lack."

A move for Simons would make perfect sense for the Reds, with the forward having come on leaps and bounds over the last few years. He also has plenty of room for additional growth at 21 years old, making him an important asset for the future.

Leipzig will only consider bids in the region of £66million, according to , meaning it would be an expensive deal for the Reds to negotiate. But it could be worth every penny if Simons can deliver on the potential he has shown in recent seasons.

He could sign a long-term contract and be at premium resale value at the end of it, by which point he would be nearing his peak. It means Liverpool would have the option to make a significant profit through a sale, as they did with Coutinho back in 2018.

Alternatively, Simons could stay and establish himself as a modern-day legend if he becomes a key player for Liverpool. Both options would be good for the Reds, making it a win-win situation.

It would be something of a gamble, given that Simons is still relatively young and untested in the Premier League. However, there is a possibility that it could pay dividends for Liverpool if they decide to firm up their reported interest.

They are unlikely to be the only club with a desire to bring the player to England, though. The likes of Arsenal and Chelsea have also been linked in recent months, which suggests a bidding war could take shape ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.