According to Portuguese media outlet O Jogo, Premier League giants Liverpool have shown keen interest in left-back Alvaro Fernandes, who is currently playing for Benfica. The 21-year-old young Spanish defender has been in fine form for Benfica this season and has already attracted the attention of several European giants.
Alvaro Fernandez came from the Real Madrid youth system and joined Manchester United afterwards. However, he didn't get too many chances to play at United. In January this year, he joined Benfica on loan and was bought out by Benfica after six months at a cost of 6 million euros. Since joining, he has made 9 appearances on behalf of Benfica, of which 7 times as a starter, gradually stabilized in the team.
Recently, Alvaro Fernandez's performances have attracted the attention of several giants, including his old boss Real Madrid, another La Liga powerhouse Barcelona, and Serie A powerhouse Juventus. Some media outlets have even claimed that Manchester United are considering activating the Spanish U21 international's buy-back clause to bring him back to Old Trafford.
However, now Liverpool have joined the fray. According to O Jogo, Liverpool have taken a strong interest in Alvaro Fernandez and are interested in bringing him on board. However, it won't be easy to get the young defender as he has a €50 million (£42 million) release clause on his current contract with Benfica.
For Liverpool, they are always on the lookout for young players who can strengthen their team. Alvaro Fernandez's outstanding performance has certainly caught their eye. However, in the face of such a high release fee, Liverpool's willingness to pay it and Benfica's willingness to release the player will be the key factors for the success of this transfer.
In addition, for Alvaro Fernandez, he will also need to choose between a number of giants. Whether he returns to his old club Real Madrid or Manchester United, joins Serie A rivals Juventus or accepts an offer from Liverpool will depend on his personal wishes and career plans.
