Liverpool shifts focus from Adam Wharton to potential midfielder signing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 8:10 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Liverpool appears to be moving away from interest in Adam Wharton, with journalist Ben Jacobs reporting they're eyeing a different signing. There are indications that Liverpool may target Lucas Bergvall, a 20-year-old midfielder currently at Tottenham Hotspur, who has officially requested a transfer. This development follows a challenging season for Bergvall, who has struggled for playing time. With Liverpool's need for a new midfielder, their pivot from Wharton to a potential Bergvall bid has opened new opportunities.
- •Liverpool is reportedly no longer pursuing Adam Wharton.
- •Ben Jacobs suggests a shift towards signing Lucas Bergvall.
- •Bergvall has requested a transfer from Tottenham Hotspur.
- •He has seen limited playing time this season with Tottenham.
- •Liverpool may make a bid for Bergvall after pursuing Wharton.
- 8:10 PMYahoo Sports — Forget Adam Wharton, Liverpool just opened the door to unreal signing
"Liverpool appear to have moved on from Adam Wharton. Instead, they're aiming for an unreal signing.Journalist Ben Jacobs tells TalkSport that Liverpool aren't expected to move for Adam Wharton this su...
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