Liverpool Block Joe Gomez Move to AC Milan After Talks Stall

Liverpool have stopped AC Milan from signing Joe Gomez. The defender won’t be leaving this transfer window. Talks were active, but the deal is now off. Gomez will stay at Anfield. According to a recent report, AC Milan have made an official offer to sign Gomez, indicating their interest in strengthening their defense.

WHAT HAPPENED?

AC Milan wanted Joe Gomez as their main defensive signing. They talked with Liverpool about a €15 million move, hoping he could help them switch to a three-man defence. But Liverpool haven’t agreed, so the deal is off now. Milan had also considered other players like Manuel Akanji, who didn’t want to move from Manchester City. Liverpool’s decision depended on signing Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi, but that didn’t happen yet, which means Gomez stays in England. Milan talked with Liverpool and Gomez, but neither confirmed the deal.

Gomez played the last 11 minutes in Liverpool’s recent win over Arsenal, which ended 1-0 in favor of Liverpool. He received praise for his late performances that helped secure the win.

WHY LIVERPOOL ARE STANDING FIRM

Joe Gomez is important for Liverpool because he can play in different defensive positions, including centre-back, right-back, or left-back when players get injured. Liverpool started this season strong and are currently third. They need squad depth to do well. The club is trying to sign players like Alexander Isak and Marc Guehi. Reports suggest that Liverpool are close to signing both Isak and Guehi before the summer transfer deadline. However, without signing anyone new, they don’t want Gomez to leave. The new coach, Arne Slot, sees Gomez as a key member, and this season, he has played in every match, demonstrating his reliability.

WHAT NEXT FOR BOTH TEAMS?

Milan will have to look for other defenders. They currently sit in the top half in Serie A, with one win and one loss from two matches, and need to improve to maintain their position. Liverpool plays Burnley next in the Premier League on a path to compete with Arsenal and Chelsea, who are behind in the standings.

If Liverpool don’t sign a new defender, Gomez will play a vital role in their campaign.