Liverpool boss Arne Slot may already have the perfect alternative for Ryan Gravenberch within his squad, which could save the club millions. When Dutchman Slot replaced Jurgen Klopp in the summer, one of the major talking points was Liverpool 's midfield.

Hato was spotted at Anfield to watch Liverpool thrash Ipswich Town on the weekend, fuelling speculation that he could be about to join the club. However, it has been reported by De Telegraaf that he was simply visiting Gravenberch, who invited him to the game.

Gravenberch's rise to prominence comes in stark contrast to his position just six months ago as Slot openly pursued Real Sociedad playmaker Martin Zubimendi. With Liverpool prepared to activate Zubimendi's £51m ($62m) release clause with La Liga, the player changed his mind at the last minute, to remain in San Sebatian.

Such was Liverpool’s dominant position after Gakpo’s second of the afternoon, Slot opted to ring the changes and hand a rest to Ryan Gravenberch in particular. On in the Dutchman’s place was Endo but he was on the receiving end of a high challenge from Julio Enciso, who himself was a second half substitute.

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has said the club are already working on strengthening in the summer transfer window but insists he is happy with his squad.

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