Liverpool secures signing of RB Leipzig midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai for a hefty fee

Liverpool Signs Dominik Szoboszlai from RB Leipzig for £60m

In a surprising move, Liverpool Football Club has announced the signing of Hungarian midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai from Bundesliga side RB Leipzig. The Reds have reportedly triggered the player’s release clause, securing his services on a five-year contract worth €70m (£60m).

Szoboszlai’s arrival marks Liverpool’s second major signing this summer after acquiring Argentina international Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton for £35m. This strategic move aims to strengthen Jurgen Klopp’s midfield options following the departure of James Milner, Naby Keita, and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.

The Perfect Next Step

Expressing his excitement about joining Liverpool, Szoboszlai spoke highly of the club: “It’s a really historic club, really good players, good coach. For me, it was perfect to make the next step in a club like this. The fans, the stadium… everything is really good.”

A Rising Star with Impressive Stats

The talented midfielder has already enjoyed success in Germany with back-to-back German Cup victories during his time at RB Leipzig. Last season alone, he made an impact by scoring six goals and providing eight assists in his 31 Bundesliga appearances.

Prior to joining RB Leipzig in January 2021, Szoboszlai showcased his abilities at Austrian side Red Bull Salzburg. In just over two years with the club, he netted an impressive 20 goals and contributed 21 assists in 91 appearances.

Seizing the Opportunity

Szoboszlai’s release clause was set to expire, but Liverpool acted swiftly to secure his signature before the deadline. The club now awaits the approval of a work permit for the Hungarian midfielder.

The addition of Szoboszlai adds depth and talent to Liverpool’s midfield, providing Klopp with more options as they aim for success on multiple fronts in the upcoming season.