Liverpool weigh Eduardo Camavinga opportunity as Real Madrid open door to €60m exit
Liverpool’s midfield rebuild may be edging towards an unexpected twist, with senior figures monitoring developments in Spain as Eduardo Camavinga’s position at Real Madrid grows increasingly uncertain. With concerns mounting around squad depth and injuries, the Premier League champions could be presented with a rare chance to secure one of Europe’s most gifted young midfielders at a favourable price.
Midfield concerns shape Liverpool’s transfer thinking
Liverpool resisted the temptation to add a new midfielder during the summer, despite an unprecedented outlay of around £450m on fresh faces across the squad. The decision to hold firm has since been tested, with Arne Slot navigating a series of setbacks among his midfielders.
Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister, Curtis Jones and Wataru Endo have all faced spells on the sidelines, while Dominik Szoboszlai has been asked to fill gaps across multiple positions to keep the system functioning. The strain has been compounded by strategic departures sanctioned by sporting director Richard Hughes. James McConnell and Harvey Elliott left on loan, while Tyler Morton moved permanently to Lyon.
The consequence is a squad light on specialist options, increasing the likelihood that Liverpool will enter the market in January or the summer. And the situation emerging in Madrid has piqued interest.
Camavinga’s shifting Real Madrid status creates unexpected opening
Camavinga joined Real Madrid from Rennes in 2021 and has already lifted two Champions League titles. Yet, despite his pedigree and versatility, he has struggled to secure the trust of new head coach Xabi Alonso. The 23-year-old has started only three matches in LaLiga this season, and reports in Spain suggest he has been urged to elevate his performances or risk being moved on.
According to local sources, Real Madrid are prepared to consider offers if progress stalls. Crucially, a fee in the region of €60m is believed to be sufficient to start conversations – a figure far below what would typically be required to prise away a player under contract until 2029.
Such a valuation is certain to attract serious attention from clubs across Europe, with Liverpool among those consistently linked in both English and Spanish reports over recent months.
Multi-role value makes Camavinga ideal for Slot’s system
What distinguishes Camavinga as a prospective Liverpool signing is not merely his potential but his tactical flexibility. He has featured as a central midfielder, a defensive midfielder and, on multiple occasions, as an auxiliary left-back. For a manager like Slot, who values fluidity between phases and adaptability under pressure, that skill set aligns perfectly with Liverpool’s evolving structure.
Given the injury record within the current squad, adding a player capable of performing in three distinct roles would significantly stabilise selection options. At 23, Camavinga also fits the long-term profile prioritised by both Slot and Hughes – technically advanced, positionally intelligent and far from reaching the peak of his development.
Liverpool urged to take decisive action
Reports in Spain have framed the situation starkly. As quoted in Defensa Central, Real Madrid expect Camavinga to “step up” or face a shift in status, with a Premier League bid of around €60m enough to trigger discussions. Should his availability be confirmed, Liverpool would be hard-pressed to find a more complete, progressive midfielder at that price point.
With the January window approaching and the Premier League champions needing to reinforce their midfield, this could represent a moment to act decisively. Camavinga’s combination of experience, versatility and untapped upside makes him one of the most intriguing options available, and Liverpool may never receive a clearer invitation to move.
