Kaoru Mitoma is a wanted man in the market and reports suggest the Japan international would prefer a deal with Liverpool. The Brighton playmaker is at the top of Spanish champions Barcelona’s wish list, according to sources at Nacional.
However, he currently does not want to leave the Premier League and wants to move to Liverpool, Arsenal or Manchester City. Mitoma believes the English trio have a more stable project than the La Liga giants, are more financially stable and can afford to pay him higher wages.The 26-year-old star’s current contract expires in the summer of 2027 and, according to Catalan media, the Seagulls have set an initial price of between £47m and £51m (€55-€60m). Last season, the former Union SG striker scored 10 goals and provided eight assists for the Amex side.
Mitoma has played a direct role in eight goals in 14 Premier League games so far this season. Liverpool FC Liverpool FC LogoLoading official contentgoogle play iconapp store iconAt the senior national team, he has started 9 matches so far and scored 7 goals.
Mitoma has proven to be one of the best strikers in the Premier League and particularly enjoys playing on the left flank. At Anfield, Luis Diaz is our first choice on the left and the likes of Gakpo and Nunes can also play in that position. In the long term, the Mercs need a right-wing replacement for Salah. Do you think Liverpool should spend between £47m and £51m to sign Kaoru Mitoma?
