Liverpool eye South American Argentinian midfielder as Mac Allister replacement

Liverpool have identified Como midfielder Máximo Perrone as a potential South American signing, with the 23‑year‑old Argentinian already on the club’s shortlist. No fee has been disclosed, but the Reds are said to be preparing a bid as they look to replace Alexis Mac Allister.

Mac Allister’s future remains uncertain after Liverpool have not offered him a new contract, despite the club extending both Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai this season. The midfielder publicly expressed that he was “very sad” not to receive a fresh deal. This situation has sparked intense debate among the Reds’ supporters.

The Anfield side have solidified their defence and attack, leaving the midfield as the last area needing reinforcement. After a season where Mac Allister was a key figure in the 2024‑25 title‑winning campaign, his form dipped and fans even called for his sale in January. With the back‑line and forward line now stable, the board feel it is time to refresh the centre of the park.

Perrone fits Liverpool’s midfield blueprint

Máximo Perrone, the 23‑year‑old Argentinian who has amassed 136 senior appearances for Como, is a natural number six and has been praised for his positional sense. Liverpool view him as one of four candidates, with Napoli, Juventus and Inter also monitoring his progress. Although no fee has been revealed, his importance to Como suggests a substantial price tag.

Potential impact on both parties

If the transfer materialises, Liverpool will secure a younger, defensively‑oriented midfielder to replace the departing Alexis Mac Allister, while the Argentine will gain a platform in the Premier League and a chance to cement his place in the Argentina NT. For the club, the move would signal a proactive approach to maintaining midfield depth as contracts expire in the coming years.