Liverpool backed to sign ‘phenomenal’ Roberto Firmino replacement after Chelsea decision

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Paulo Dybala would be a “phenomenal” replacement for Roberto Firmino at Liverpool, according to former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson. Dybala has been linked with a host of Premier League clubs, with his contract at Juventus set to expire in the summer of 2022. Manchester United were interested in signing the Argentine in the past.

Reports this week claimed Chelsea and Tottenham have been offered the chance to sign Dybala this summer.

The Daily Star say United are no longer interested and a move to London has been discussed.

However, Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel is not a fan of the idea due to having similar players to Dybala in his squad.

And Robinson instead thinks a move to Anfield would be best for the forward.

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Spanish outlet El Gol Digital last week claimed Liverpool would be interested in Dybala this summer.

Robinson says the 27-year-old can play across the frontline but would be best replacing Firmino in a central role.

“Dybala is a world-class player, what a signing he would be,” Robinson told Football Insider.

“He would be a massive addition to any squad.

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“It is very hard to find players who can join or disrupt Liverpool’s front three.

“They have misfired this year but [Diogo] Jota has come in and has forced Jurgen Klopp’s hand into playing all four of them at times.

“The front three are not invincible, they have been nowhere near the level of performance of previous years so someone like Dybala coming in would add another dimension.

“Liverpool should go for him because he is capable of playing across the front line and he would be a great option as a false nine. He would be phenomenal in that Firmino role.”

Firmino has scored just six goals in all competitions for Liverpool so far this season.

That adds to just 12 strikes in the previous campaign despite the Reds winning the Premier League title.

Dybala has struggled with injury issues this season and is currently sidelined due to a knee problem.

Dybala has scored just two Serie A goals in 11 appearances under Andrea Pirlo this term.

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