Journalist: 'Liverpool have outbid Chelsea for Moises Caicedo'

Liverpool Sets Eyes on Moises Caicedo, Outbidding Chelsea

In the ongoing drama of the transfer market, Liverpool has reportedly surged ahead in the pursuit of Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo. The Merseyside giants, having previously seen three of their offers turned down for Romeo Lavia, have now shifted focus and made a substantial proposal for Caicedo.

Interestingly, Chelsea, too, has been vying for this young talent, and their recent bid of a whopping £80 million was apparently outdone by their fierce rivals from Liverpool. The story broke this morning in The Telegraph, and they’ve also shed light on Caicedo’s preference – he is said to lean towards a move to Stamford Bridge, despite Chelsea’s recent absence from European football.

Understand Liverpool have outbid Chelsea for Moises Caicedo which would also help explain Chelsea’s bid for Lavia. Suggestion however remains that Caicedo would prefer Chelsea move. More to follow #cfc #lfc

— Matt Law (@Matt_Law_DT) August 10, 2023

Brighton, with their astute businessman owner and chairman Tony Bloom at the helm, is renowned for playing hardball in negotiations. Following Declan Rice’s mega £105 million transfer to Arsenal, Brighton are understandably aiming for a similar £100 million figure for the talented Ecuadorian international.

The two Premier League giants have had their respective histories with Brighton. Liverpool, earlier this summer, struck a deal for Alexis Mac Allister, a deal potentially rising to £55 million. Meanwhile, Chelsea, no stranger to the dealings with the Seagulls, have made significant moves, like the recent acquisition of goalkeeper Robert Sanchez for £25 million.

Matt Law of The Telegraph took to Twitter, relaying these intricate transfer details, shedding light on the fervent chase of these top-tier clubs for exceptional talents. The coming days are sure to reveal more as Liverpool and Chelsea continue their tussle for the best in the business.

Liverpool have made contact with Brighton over Moises Caicedo, but have not made an offer.

The club continue to explore the market for a midfielder but, as has been the case throughout the current window, the strong expectation remains that the player will join Chelsea.

Liverpool are engaging in due diligence and ensuring that if a deal is there to be done, they are aware of it, particularly given Southampton’s ongoing position on Romeo Lavia.