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Gianluigi Donnarumma to Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp backed to complete ‘realistic’ deal
LIVERPOOL should look to sign AC Milan teenage sensation Gianluigi Donnarumma to solve their goalkeeping problems.
Shaka Hislop discusses Liverpool's goalkeeper problems
That is the view of ESPN FC pundit and former West Ham goalkeeper Shaka Hislop.
Liverpool’s goalkeepers have come under criticism for their performances this season.
Simon Mignolet has been the regular Premier League stopper, whereas Loris Karius has featured in the majority of cup matches.
However, manager Jurgen Klopp has continuously rotated the duo and Karius has started the last two league games for the Reds.
Liverpool have been backed to sign AC Milan keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma
Until they go after a talent like Donnarumma, I think they’re going to continue having these issues
Liverpool have been linked with a move for Roma and Brazil goalkeeper Alisson in this window.
But Hislop believes Donnarumma would be a better option and reckons the Italian is a realistic target.
“Realistically, (they should go after) Donnarumma,” Hislop said.
“I don’t think Liverpool have the right goalkeeper on their books right now.
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Gianluigi Donnarumma would be the answer to Liverpool's goalkeeping problems, says Hislop
“As much as they chop and they change, until they go after a talent like Donnarumma, I think they’re going to continue having these issues.”
Donnarumma, 18, has already made 90 Serie A appearances for AC Milan.
He has four caps for his country.
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