According to reports, Liverpool will make every effort to acquire the fifth-largest £52.4 million signing.

Liverpool are in need of defensive reinforcements, and Goncalo Inacio has been linked to the club extensively recently.

TEAMtalk exclusively reported two days ago that the Reds are considering signing the Portuguese international from Sporting CP during the January transfer window.

The Merseysiders have been strongly linked with Fluminense defensive midfielder Andre Trindade.

TEAMtalk recently reported, however, that the Anfield club have abandoned their pursuit of the Brazilian, with Fulham now the contenders to acquire his services.

Following his midfield reinforcements in the summer, manager Jurgen Klopp is now intent on bolstering his defense.

The news source reports that Liverpool are under pressure to acquire Inacio from the Lions for £52.4 million in order to secure the fifth-largest signing in their history.

The prized asset is an integral member of Ruben Amorim’s squad, and the club will permit its departure only if the £52.4 million release clause is fulfilled.

Primarily due to inconsistent defense, Liverpool fell outside the top four during the previous season.

Virgil van Dijk has returned to form this season, but the veteran Dutchman and Matip are both past their heyday. Gomez serves as a utility player, whereas Konate sustains frequent injuries.

Therefore, it is necessary to acquire a young, powerful center defender; Goncalo Inacio would be an ideal candidate for this role. Whether or not the player wishes to leave Sporting in the midst of the season will be a fascinating development.

Five senior appearances for Portugal have not seen Inacio concede a goal. He made his international break appearance a complete ninety minutes in the 2-0 victory over Iceland.