Liverpool monitor Cher Ndour as 2027 target amid Premier interest

Liverpool have been reported by TeamTalk as tracking 22‑year‑old Fiorentina midfielder Cher Ndour, with the Merseyside club eyeing a potential move in 2027. The Italy international, who earned his first senior cap earlier this year, is attracting growing Premier League interest ahead of that timeline.

Why Liverpool track Ndour

Ndour has already built an impressive CV despite his relatively young age, having featured in Serie A, Ligue 1, the Portuguese top flight and in Turkey. That breadth of experience gives recruitment departments plenty to consider, suggesting he can adapt to different styles and pressures.

His adaptability and confidence are further highlighted by the fact he has thrived in four distinct football cultures by the age of 22. Liverpool see a player who can grow into a high‑level role rather than arrive as a finished article, a quality that aligns with the club’s long‑term midfield planning.

Transfer outlook and competition

Aston Villa, Newcastle United, Brighton, Crystal Palace and Hull City all made enquiries earlier this summer and remain attentive, creating a competitive backdrop for any future deal. Ndour has previously been linked with both Manchester United and Liverpool, and the Merseyside side remain admirers of the midfielder.

Manchester United have already added Carlos Baleba, Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos, which shifts the emphasis more heavily onto Liverpool’s continued watch. The club’s scouting network appears to be laying groundwork rather than pushing for an immediate transfer.

Fiorentina are under no pressure to act now and, according to the report, “for now, however, Fiorentina remain in control of the situation and Ndour is focused on continuing his development in Italy.” When he joined Fiorentina in 2025 after leaving Paris Saint‑Germain, the French club kept a 50 per cent sell‑on clause as part of the deal, a factor that could affect valuation later.

There is growing belief among Premier League clubs that the midfielder could be available in the future, with 2027 potentially providing the opportunity for him to make the move to England. Our view is that Liverpool’s interest is genuine but cautious, given the long timeline and the evolving nature of squad needs.

For Ndour, a move to Liverpool would mean stepping into a league that values his international experience and versatility. For Liverpool, monitoring the player now allows the club to assess his development without committing resources prematurely, keeping a promising talent on the radar for a future window.