Reports indicate Liverpool has the upper hand in finalizing the £34.8 million signing of shot creator.

Liverpool had been pursuing Khephren Thuram since the summer, and reports from last month suggest that they are even close to signing him.

According to a report from Corriere dello Sport from yesterday (news illustration provided below), both Inter Milan and Juventus are interested in acquiring the French international, but they will face stiff competition from Liverpool.

Liverpool is reportedly in negotiations to acquire a pair for £73 million.

The Nerazzurri, who advanced to the Champions League final the previous season, signed Marcus Thuram this summer and are now attempting to acquire his younger sibling.

Nice has established a formidable predicament for the Italian clubs by requesting an exorbitant sum of £34.8 million (equivalent to 40 million euros) in exchange for Thuram.

Liverpool are eager to acquire the versatile midfielder and have an advantage over the Serie A clubs due to their ability to spend an absolute fortune in order to meet the £34.8 million asking price.

Thuram is a highly adaptable individual who can perform admirably in both the defensive and central midfield positions. He contributed directly to ten goals across all competitions last season.

The Ligue 1 Team of the Year-nominated 22-year-old created an average of three opportunities for shots per match.

With respect to the ongoing season, Nice hold the most commendable defensive record in the French league, trailing champions PSG by a single point.

As of now, the Les Bleus midfielder has made nine league starts and contributed to the club’s seven clean sheets.

Liverpool must find a long-term solution at number six. Should they ultimately spend £34.8 million to acquire Khephren Thuram?