Didi Hamann has backed Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago to move to Liverpool this summer, believing that is the ‘most likely option’ for him.
Thiago has been heavily linked with a move to Anfield this summer, with it believed the Reds are close to securing a bargain €30m deal.
The news about a potential switch came out of nowhere, but reports claimed he was eyeing up the chance to play under Jürgen Klopp at the new Premier League champions.
Bayern chief Karl-Heinz Rummenigge added fuel to the fire earlier this month when he suggested the Spaniard was ready for a new challenge.
There’s been little comment about a potential move since then, although it has been claimed he may be using Liverpool as a means to secure a new, improved deal given his contract at the Allianz runs out next summer.
“At 29, he doesn’t quite fit the profile of the Reds’ purchasing policy,” he told Abendzeitung.
“Nevertheless, a transfer would make sense in my eyes, because Jürgen Klopp has more workhorses in his midfield with Henderson, Fabinho and Keita and could use a filigree technician like Thiago well.
“On the other hand, he had a Bavaria contract ready for signature. I would be surprised if he didn’t have a lot to offer. Otherwise, you won’t reject it.”
“That (€25-30m) would be a very good deal in Corona times, Liverpool certainly wants to keep the price down.
“Thiago certainly has brilliant moments; I like to watch him. But the hard facts are: Bayern was never in a Champions League final with him.
“The bottom line is still the most likely option for me is that he goes to Liverpool.”
