Breaking news: Valencia CF accepts Liverpool’s offer for Cristhian Mosquera, amid renewed interest from Chelsea in their top defender.

Liverpool has had an extraordinary defensive performance so far under the guidance of Arne Slot, conceding only four goals in all competitions.

And at the heart of their success has been the solid partnership between Ibrahima Konate and Virgil van Dijk, who have started almost every match.

Last week, the club announced a new long-term contract for young defensive talent Jarell Quansah, and it was widely reported that Konate was next in line to receive an extension.

Meanwhile, Captain Van Dijk is set to enter the final year of his contract, with the Reds potentially losing his services this summer if negotiations do not accelerate.

Meanwhile, Joe Gomez almost left Anfield in the summer and is widely expected to leave sooner rather than later, with Aston Villa and Newcastle interested.

Joel Matip left the club last season after his contract ended while he was recovering from an ACL injury, and subsequently retired from professional football.

Therefore, Liverpool is in the market looking for new signings and, according to Fichajes, the club has identified the Spanish central defender Cristhian Mosquera from Valencia as a possible new addition.

Is Mosquera a good option for the club?

At 20 years old, the Spaniard has been a constant presence for Valencia this season and was instrumental in his country’s success at this summer’s Olympics.

Mosquera is currently vying for the Golden Boy award at the Ballon d’Or ceremony to be held later this month, and he is widely recognized as one of the greatest talents in his position in the world.