Father Confirms Liverpool Have Made Contact to Sign Exciting Winger

Liverpool’s recruitment drive could take a distinctly Hungarian flavour after Tibor Sallai, father of Galatasaray winger Roland Sallai, confirmed that the Premier League club have already opened talks over a winter move. Speaking to Hungarian daily Blikk, the elder Sallai revealed that intermediaries have approached the 26-year-old’s camp and that a summer switch could follow if terms suit both player and Turkish champions.

“Liverpool could be such a destination, and I admit, I wouldn’t be surprised if this club change happened now, in the winter,” Tibor Sallai said. “I know that contact has already been made through a management office. I don’t want to shout anything, but my son will really have a good chance in the summer, if there is an offer that is also beneficial for Galatasaray, to change country and level.”

The prospect of Sallai swapping Istanbul for Merseyside would reunite him with international colleague Dominik Szoboszlai and, according to his father, potentially create a historic Anfield moment. “It wouldn’t be just any moment if Liverpool were to run out onto the Anfield Road turf with three Hungarians in the starting lineup,” he added, alluding to the presence of Milos Kerkez and Szoboszlai in the Reds’ squad.

Beyond the patriotic subplot, Liverpool’s interest is grounded in footballing logic. Sallai has spent the majority of his senior career terrorising full-backs as an orthodox winger, yet this season he has morphed into an assured right-back for Galatasaray. His performances against Juventus and Manchester City in the Champions League showcased defensive diligence and positional intelligence, traits that have clearly registered with Anfield scouts.

That tactical flexibility aligns with Liverpool’s recent recruitment philosophy: players capable of solving multiple problems without compromising quality. Sallai’s ability to operate on either flank, invert into midfield or even lead the line as a false nine for Hungary adds layers to Jürgen Klopp’s evolving system. At 26, he offers a blend of peak-age experience and resale value, a profile the club’s data-driven analysts have consistently targeted.

Galatasaray are under no immediate pressure to sell, but a competitive bid this summer could test their resolve. For now, the dialogue is alive, and the player’s camp is listening.