Andoni Iraola told Liverpool will have to pay €35m for midfield maestro

Andoni Iraola revealed that Liverpool must pay €35 million for midfielder Cher Ndour. The Reds struggle with their midfield, which has been a primary concern. During the summer transfer window, Liverpool signed two attackers and two defenders, but no midfielders were brought in. Several players, including Lamine Camara, Manu Kone, and Khephren Thuram, were linked with a move to Anfield, but none of them made the transfer.

Other clubs also showed interest in these players, making it difficult for Liverpool to secure a new midfielder. However, the latest rumors about Ndour make sense. Iraola's system requires at least one midfielder to stay back and win most duels. However, Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai, who signed new deals, cannot play as a double pivot as they both prefer attacking roles and lack defensive skills.

Cher Ndour, who has been performing well for Fiorentina, is valued by the Italian club at €30 million to €35 million. Liverpool will need to evaluate whether Ndour fits their long-term plans before making a formal approach. Ndour has plenty of time to improve, and a move to the Premier League could provide him with an exciting new challenge.