Report: Liverpool plan to snag Man Utd's target Loic Bade

The Reds are storming towards their 20th Premier League crown this season, boasting an 11-point lead over Arsenal with just seven games to go.

Yet, despite their dominance, Arne Slot's men are already plotting a busy transfer window to bolster their squad for the battles ahead. One glaring need? A long-term heir to Virgil van Dijk, who, according to recent whispers, is set to ink a fresh deal at Anfield.

Enter Bade, the 24-year-old Frenchman who has caught the eye in La Liga. Back in January, he snubbed a switch to Aston Villa, hinting at his contentment in Andalusia.

"We talk a lot with the board," Bade said at the time. "They know the player is important, and they're the ones who choose. Sometimes offers come in because they know we're in a tough economic spot, but we talk, and the key is everyone's happy. If it's not a good fit, I'll stay and continue."

He doubled down, adding, "I'm happy, and that's what matters most. It's not about money, it's the project, the whole package. I have everything I need to grow at Sevilla. I've got goals here, and no reason to leave."

Fast forward to April 2025, and the winds have shifted. Reports from Spain now suggest Bade is "increasingly aware" that his Sevilla stint might end this summer, with a transfer "as soon as possible" on the cards.

Liverpool, per the same sources, have emerged as frontrunners, "really convincing" the defender with their vision. The Reds see him as a perfect blend of youth, talent, and value, with Sevilla's asking price reportedly topping 40 million euros.

Manchester United, meanwhile, remain in the hunt, but it's Slot's side who appear to hold the edge. "There will be plenty of calls flooding into the Sanchez-Pizjuan," the Spanish report noted, referencing Bade and teammate Dodi Lukebakio. "They've made it clear they won't leave for just anywhere, but Liverpool? That's a different story."

Adding fuel to the fire, a recent X post from Sevilla's official account on April 9, praised Bade's "commanding presence" in a 2-1 win over Real Betis, only intensifying the buzz around his future.

For Liverpool fans, the prospect of pairing Bade with van Dijk's experience could signal the start of a new defensive dynasty. Watch this space, the summer chase is heating up.