Liverpool's £37 million bid targets Mexico World Cup star Gilberto Mora

Liverpool have tabled a £37 million offer to sign 17‑year‑old Mexican World Cup star Gilberto Mora from Club Tijuana, 18 next week, adding a high‑profile name to their summer plans.

Liverpool's pursuit amid squad overhaul

The Reds are reshaping their roster after Andy Robertson and Mohamed Salah departed in the summer. With Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker on contracts that expire next season, manager Andoni Iraola and sporting director Julian Ward are keen to inject fresh attacking talent. Mora’s profile fits the need for a versatile forward as the club looks to replace key departures.

Mora's credentials and versatility

Mora has already amassed more than 60 first‑team appearances for Club Tijuana, scoring 15 goals in 39 starts despite not yet being 18. He also earned 13 caps for Mexico and started three of their five matches at the 2026 World Cup, demonstrating composure on the biggest stage.

Primarily deployed as a No.10, he has also operated on the left flank and as a centre‑forward, offering the flexibility that Iraola values in his fluid attacking system. His ability to adapt across the frontline would allow Liverpool to rotate players without sacrificing quality.

Interest from Europe and a manager’s praise

Reports in Mexico claim Liverpool are not the only club eyeing the teenager, but a £37 million bid signals serious intent. England manager Thomas Tuchel, speaking ahead of the Three Lions' World Cup knockout match against Mexico, praised Mora, saying, “He’s very young, very talented and doesn’t get nervous on the biggest stage.”

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Such endorsement adds weight to Liverpool’s pursuit, suggesting the player could handle the pressure of Anfield’s atmosphere.

Transfer window landscape and media insight

Liverpool still need a specialist right‑wing replacement for Salah and full‑back options beyond Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong. The club’s recent £116 million acquisition of Florian Wirtz has yet to meet expectations, heightening the urgency to secure a proven scorer.

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If Liverpool complete the deal, Mora would become one of the youngest Mexican talents to move to the Premier League, offering the club a long‑term attacking option while providing the player a platform to develop at the highest level.