Five Dortmund signings for Liverpool after Klopp green light

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

Signed and groomed by Klopp, the manager never really saw the benefits of his tutelage, with the Gabon international striker coming into form this term.

Although a number of clubs have been linked, Liverpool could benefit from a lethal striker and he definitely fits the bill. Klopp’s relationship with Dortmund would work in his favour should he decide to make a move.

Moritz Leitner

This 22-year-old talent has earned rave reviews in the Bundesliga. Having joined Dortmund last summer, he has been impressive and drawn comparisons to our next mention.

Whether he is polished enough for Klopp to take a chance on though remains to be seen. He already possesses Emre Can, who has gone from strength-to-strength and is just 21, so may benefit from a more experienced midfielder alongside him.

Ilkay Gundogan

Manchester United were apparently close to signing the cultured midfielder in the summer, however a move never materialised. With a range of passing and an eye for goal, plus an ability to link defence and attack, he could be the perfect signing.

At just 25, Gundogan is also at the right age to push on for a new chapter in his career and would slot into Klopp’s Reds set-up easily.

Matthias Ginter

Although a defender, new coach Thomas Tuchel has got the best out of him in almost a winger role this term, with Ginter proving effective on the counter-attack, his energy causing teams many problems on the break.

Klopp may value this versatility and he could be a useful outlet when his side are up against it in tricky games. At just 21, he has many years ahead of him, and the Reds wouldn’t have to break the bank.

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