Liverpool is in need of a new center-back, and Levi Colwill could be the ideal solution for the Anfield team. Colwill made a significant impression on manager Jurgen Klopp during his loan spell at Brighton from Chelsea in the 2022/23 season. Last summer, the Reds from Merseyside seriously pursued the 21-year-old defender, but prioritized strengthening their midfield instead, leaving the deal unfinished.

However, this hesitation has put Liverpool in a tough spot now that they want to revisit this target. Recently, Colwill signed a six-year contract extension with Chelsea following positive negotiations with former coach Mauricio Pochettino.

If the Argentine strategist hadn’t been sacked, Colwill would likely have a promising future at Stamford Bridge. Now, however, he must work under new manager Enzo Maresca. If the former Leicester City coach cannot guarantee Colwill regular playing time, the young defender might look for opportunities elsewhere. Colwill was once given a chance with the England national team by Gareth Southgate, but due to limited playing time at the club level, he missed out on the EURO 2024 campaign. This motivates Colwill to demand more for his career as he is at an age that requires stable development.

This situation presents a good opportunity for Liverpool to reignite their interest in this highly potential target. Coach Arne Slot has had great success with David Hancko at Feyenoord, a player very similar to Colwill in that he can play both center-back and left-back.

The Reds seem to want a versatile player who can perform in both positions, adding tactical flexibility. The English defender has the qualities to fulfill these roles convincingly, thanks to his height of 1.88 meters, good physical strength, and impressive game-reading ability.

Chelsea’s No. 26 is left-footed, which would provide excellent balance to the backline alongside Virgil van Dijk. Additionally, Colwill’s ball-handling skills are a strong point that Arne Slot would surely appreciate. This was evident in the 2022/23 season under Roberto De Zerbi at Brighton, although it wasn’t as visible last season due to limited appearances for Chelsea.

Theoretically, Colwill fits well with Slot’s tactical style. His aerial duel success rate in the Premier League is 70%, averaging 3.5 successful duels per 90 minutes. He is also proficient in one-on-one situations, succeeding in 75% of his tackles.

Overall, Levi Colwill is a theoretically perfect signing for Anfield. However, to convince Chelsea to part with this young talent, Liverpool would need to spend significantly and negotiate quickly, as Bayern Munich is also reportedly interested.