Liverpool are reportedly accelerating their interest in Sporting CP striker Luis Suarez as they begin the difficult task of planning a life without Mohamed Salah.
The Reds are ready to fight hard for the Colombian international, who has emerged as one of the most prolific finishers in European football this season, according to the latest report from Correio da Magnhão.
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Salah is officially set to leave Liverpool at the end of this season, with the club’s recruitment team identifying the 28-year-old as their top candidate to fill their attacking force.
But it’s not just the Merseyside giants who are praising the club, which is now the scene of a high-stakes Premier League battle.
Liverpool face stiff competition from Newcastle for Luis Suarez
Liverpool see Suarez as a strong option in their attack, while Newcastle United also have him at the top of their summer wishlist.
The Magpies are reportedly considering Suarez as a key upgrade to their attacking rotation.
According to reports, the main hurdle for both clubs remains Suarez’s hefty €80m (about £69m) termination fee.
According to reports, neither Liverpool nor Newcastle are willing to pay the full amount at this time, given the striker’s age.
Instead, both clubs are expected to test Sporting’s resolve with an opening offer of around €60 million, with the hope of negotiating a lower fee before the summer window officially opens.
Luis Suarez is one of Europe’s most prolific strikers
The strong interest in Suarez comes as no surprise after a truly impressive debut season in Lisbon.
The former Almeria man has been on a roll since joining Sporting last summer as a replacement for Victor Gokeres.
In the 2025/26 season, he has already appeared in 42 official games and has an amazing record of 33 goals and 7 assists.
| club | game | the goal | assist | G+A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UD Almeria | 79 | 41 | 13 | 54 |
| Granada CF | 75 | 15 | 5 | 20 |
| Sports CP | 42 | 33 | 7 | 40 |
| Royal Zaragoza | 39 | 19 | 6 | twenty five |
Luis Suarez’s various club stats (via Transfermarkt)
His league performance has been particularly impressive, scoring 24 goals in just 25 games in La Liga Portugal.
Suarez also proved himself in the elite arena, starting eight games and scoring five goals in the Champions League.
His goalscoring form at Sporting is no coincidence. He achieved similar results during his time at Almeria, scoring 41 goals and providing 13 assists in 79 games.
