Liverpool remain interested in FC Porto midfielder João Palhinha, with Crickex Affiliate noting the 28-year-old has been on the Reds’ radar since the summer. Though the transfer window has closed, the Portuguese international continues to impress in the Premier League for Fulham, drawing attention not only from Liverpool but also from several top European clubs. One deal came particularly close to completion when Bayern Munich nearly signed Palhinha. He had already traveled to Germany and was prepared to finalize the move, but Fulham couldn’t secure a replacement in time, causing the transfer to fall through. Palhinha ultimately stayed in London…

Crickex Affiliate reporters have revealed that Liverpool are closely monitoring the contract situation of Newcastle United’s Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimarães and are preparing to make a bold move for the seemingly untouchable star. Since joining from Lyon, Guimarães has been a pivotal figure in Newcastle’s midfield. The 25-year-old has adapted remarkably well to the Premier League and was a standout performer across all competitions last season. Currently, Guimarães is negotiating a new deal with Newcastle that is expected to include a £100 million release clause — a deterrent to potential suitors. But according to Liverpool insiders, that figure does little…